Growing Up Local
“In a place known as paradise, Stanley’s life is far from it.”
Synopsis
Using the unexplored and often tough neighborhoods of Hawai'i as a backdrop, Growing Up Local uncovers a boy’s struggle to establish his identity beyond his father’s fists and his loyalty to his friends. The tale of Stanley explores three generations of the Nagata family, and tells the universal story of the conflict between father and a son and the expectations and burdens that are passed on from generation to generation.
Top Cast
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Albert Ueligitone
Henry Nagata
Makoa Sanchez
Stanley Nagata
Darin Fujimori
Masato Nagata
Thiessen Wright
Kawika Nobriga
Ocean Rea
Eva Costa
Natalie Young Albanese
Stephanie Chun
Auli'i Kahalepauole
Ana Garcia
Arianna Chenoa
Emily Nagata
Rustin Kauhane
Young Henry
Drae Saya
Felipe Galang
Isaiah Jones Timson
Fred Medeiros
Daryl Bonilla
John Nobriga
Alexander Canicosa-Miles
Bobby Castro
Mark Medeiros
Luis Castro
Pualalea Panaewa
Leimomi Costa
Margaret Pearlman
Ellen Costa
Blaze Laniola Cosner
Lars Pule
Roberto Sepulveda
Mr. Lam
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 4, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Sereno
- Screenplay & Story
- James Sereno, Stuart Ching
- Original Title
- Growing Up Local
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Kinetic Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Sereno
James Sereno, Stuart Ching
Department Leadership Roster
James Sereno
Writer
James Sereno
Director
Stuart Ching
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Growing Up Local
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Growing Up Local about?
Using the unexplored and often tough neighborhoods of Hawai'i as a backdrop, Growing Up Local uncovers a boy’s struggle to establish his identity beyond his father’s fists and his loyalty to his friends. The tale of Stanley explores three generations of the Nagata family, and tells the universal story of the conflict between father and a son and the expectations and burdens that are passed on from generation to generation.
Who directed Growing Up Local?
Growing Up Local was directed by James Sereno.
Who stars in Growing Up Local?
The principal cast of Growing Up Local includes Albert Ueligitone, Makoa Sanchez, Darin Fujimori, Thiessen Wright, Ocean Rea.
When was Growing Up Local released and how long is it?
Growing Up Local was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.