Pele's Appeal (1989)
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.
Cast
- Pualani Kanakaʻole Kanahele - Self
- Noa Emmett Aluli - Self
- Palikapu Dedman - Self
- Henry Auwae - Self
- Davianna McGregor - Self
- Paul Yosh Takehiro - Self
- Tom Luebben - Self
- Alapa’i Hanapi - Self
- Ka’olelo ‘Ulaleo - Self
Keywords
hawaii, native hawaiian, political documentary, indigenous rights
Trailer
Pele's Appeal TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- 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?
- Pele's Appeal stars Pualani Kanakaʻole Kanahele, Noa Emmett Aluli, Palikapu Dedman, Henry Auwae, Davianna McGregor, Paul Yosh Takehiro.
- How long is Pele's Appeal?
- Pele's Appeal has a runtime of 31m (31 minutes).
- What genre is Pele's Appeal?
- Pele's Appeal is a Documentary film.