Akuna (2018)

After serving five years in Iraq, Will Robinson returned home a shattered person. He fell into a sea of depression and self-medication before deciding it was time to do something drastic. Three weeks later, he was on the Pacific Crest Trail. He’s gone on to hike his way to recovery. His trail name? It’s Akuna, as in hakuna matata — or no worries. “I try not to worry about anything on trail. I do that in my normal life … Every mile I hike it seems like I bring more of Akuna back home with me.”

Director: Jess Colquhoun
Runtime: 6 min
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Editing: Chris Naum
Production: Stept Productions, Stept Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Jess Colquhoun

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Akuna about?
After serving five years in Iraq, Will Robinson returned home a shattered person. He fell into a sea of depression and self-medication before deciding it was time to do something drastic. Three weeks later, he was on the Pacific Crest Trail. He’s gone on to hike his way to recovery. His trail name? It’s Akuna, as in hakuna matata — or no worries. “I try not to worry about anything on trail. I do that in my normal life … Every mile I hike it seems like I bring more of Akuna back home with me.”
Who directed Akuna?
Akuna was directed by Jess Colquhoun.
How long is Akuna?
Akuna has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
Where was Akuna produced?
Akuna was produced in United States of America.