Pele's Appeal
Synopsis
In the swirling volcanic steam and misty rain forest of Kilauea volcano’s east rift zone on the island of Hawai’i, two forces meet head on. Geothermal development interests, seeking to clear the rain forest for drilling operations, are opposed by native Hawaiians seeking to stop the desecration of the fire goddess, Pele. Pele is a living deity fundamental to Hawaiian spiritual belief. She is the eruption, with its heat, lava and steam. Her family takes the form of forest plants, animals and other natural forces. But geothermal development interests see Pele as simply a source of electricity. When Hawaiians take the issue to court, they find that nature-based religions are not respected by U.S. law.
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Pele's Appeal
Type: Featurette • Published 2012-05-28
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Puhipau, Joan Lander, Nā Maka o ka ‘Āina
- Original Score
- Pierre Grill
- Original Title
- Pele's Appeal
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 31m
- Production Studios
- Nā Maka o ka ‘Āina, Pele Defense Fund
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Puhipau, Joan Lander, Nā Maka o ka ‘Āina
Pierre Grill
Joan Lander, Puhipau
Department Leadership Roster
Puhipau
Director
Joan Lander
Director
Nā Maka o ka ‘Āina
Director
Joan Lander
Editor
Puhipau
Editor
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What is Pele's Appeal about?
In the swirling volcanic steam and misty rain forest of Kilauea volcano’s east rift zone on the island of Hawai’i, two forces meet head on. Geothermal development interests, seeking to clear the rain forest for drilling operations, are opposed by native Hawaiians seeking to stop the desecration of the fire goddess, Pele. Pele is a living deity fundamental to Hawaiian spiritual belief. She is the eruption, with its heat, lava and steam. Her family takes the form of forest plants, animals and other natural forces. But geothermal development interests see Pele as simply a source of electricity. When Hawaiians take the issue to court, they find that nature-based religions are not respected by U.S. law.
Who directed Pele's Appeal?
Pele's Appeal was directed by Puhipau, Joan Lander, Nā Maka o ka ‘Āina.
Who stars in Pele's Appeal?
The principal cast of Pele's Appeal includes Pualani Kanakaʻole Kanahele, Noa Emmett Aluli, Palikapu Dedman, Henry Auwae, Davianna McGregor.
When was Pele's Appeal released and how long is it?
Pele's Appeal was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Pele's Appeal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pele's Appeal was composed by Pierre Grill.