The Massie Affair (2005)

Was it an act of honor — or revenge for a crime never committed?

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In the waning days of summer 1931, Honolulu's tropical tranquility was shattered when a young Navy wife made a drastic allegation of rape against five nonwhite islanders. What unfolded in the following days and weeks was a racially-charged murder case that would make headlines across the nation, enrage Hawai'i's native population, and galvanize the island's law enforcers and the nation's social elite.

Director: Mark Zwonitzer
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 55 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Brian Keane
Cinematography: Michael Chin
Editing: Bruce Shaw
Production: American Experience Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

lynching, rape accusation, 1930s, native hawaiian

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More Films by Director: Mark Zwonitzer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Massie Affair about?
In the waning days of summer 1931, Honolulu's tropical tranquility was shattered when a young Navy wife made a drastic allegation of rape against five nonwhite islanders. What unfolded in the following days and weeks was a racially-charged murder case that would make headlines across the nation, enrage Hawai'i's native population, and galvanize the island's law enforcers and the nation's social elite.
Who directed The Massie Affair?
The Massie Affair was directed by Mark Zwonitzer.
Who stars in The Massie Affair?
The Massie Affair stars Blair Brown, Siobhan C. Edmondson, Chance Gusukuma, Andrew T. Magoulick, Eric H. Mita, George Shishido.
How long is The Massie Affair?
The Massie Affair has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is The Massie Affair?
The Massie Affair is a Documentary film.
Where was The Massie Affair produced?
The Massie Affair was produced in United States of America.