Synopsis
Sold for home use in stores in Honolulu, this group of short, silent films shows popular views of Hawaii. Most date to before the era of statehood in 1959 -- probably the late 1940s. These films present the image of Hawaii through the American lens accompanied with sleepy ukulele tunes. These images of Hawaiian allure were captured by George Tahara; a prominent filmmaker in the state of Hawaii. In the 1960's the new state was the place to be with crystal blue waters and a rich culture. The film opens with stunning images of surfers riding waves; solo (:39), and in pairs (1:13). A red swim suit clad surfer walks his board to the water (2:34), his pup kicking up alongside. View from the surfboard as the pair ride together (2:48). Credits detail this film was produced by George Tahara in Honolulu, Hawaii (3:22). The next section takes a look at industry on the island. The pineapple and sugar industries (3:31) were the largest employers in Hawaii. Much of the goods were shipped to the US. Sugar cane stalks lay against one another (3:44). Fires blaze amid palms and stalks (3:53). Large stacks of the harvested crop are moved by crane (4:09). Workers at a fish factory send fresh catches through machinery (4:12). The outside of the fish processing plant follows (4:28). Water moves down a narrow canal within the factory (4:54). Close shot of a pineapple (4:58). A farmer walks amid the field holding a sack of the citrus fruits (5:15). A tractor runs along the road as field workers…
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Details
- Running time
- 21 minutes
- Collection
- Ephemeral Films
Subjects on the Internet Archive
- Stock Footage
- George Tahara
- Wedding Song
- Night Hula
- Hula Shows
- Periscope Film