Molokai Koa Canoe Project


2007... short documentary piece about the building of the first koa outrigger canoe on Molokai in over 25 years. The Molokai Koa Canoe Project is a community service project sponsored by Coffees of Hawaii (www.coffeesofhawaii.com). Video produced by Matt Yamashita and Quazifilms Media (www.quazifilms.com). Music performed by James Kelii Mawae from album "Out Mo'omomi Way" (www.monkeypod.com).


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Neal's Uku


A Hawaii Fishing Action video. Bottom fishing in Hawaii with Captain Clay. Produced by Quazifilms Media (www.quazifilms.com) and Hallelujah Hou Fishing (www.hallelujahhoufishing.com). Music performed by Lono (www.lonomusic.com).


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Canoe Paddling Molokai - Halawa to Kalaupapa


Segment from "Kukui O Molokai: Born of the Canoe Dream" an unfinished documentary being produced by Matt Yamashita of Quazifilms Media. In this segment the new canoe team finishes their paddle around the entire island of Molokai. They contemplate the value and importance of preserving the island's natural resources as they paddle at the foot of the world's highest sea cliffs. Then they give back to the kupuna (elders) of Kalaupapa by putting on a traditional Hawaiian lua`au. This is an example of Molokai and her people at their finest. Check out www.quazifilms.com for more info.


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Jan's Papio


A Hawaii Fishing Action video. Bottom fishing in Hawaii with Captain Clay. Produced by Quazifilms Media (www.quazifilms.com) and Hallelujah Hou Fishing (www.hallelujahhoufishing.com).


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Malama Hawaii Watershed PSA


30-second Public Service Announcement for Malama Hawaii (malamahawaii.org) and Hawaii DLNR "Watershed Awareness" campaign. Written and directed by Matt Yamashita of Quazifilms Media (www.quazifilms.com). Shot and Edited by Cal Hirai of Outside Hawaii. Starring Kanoho Helm and Bojo Morris.


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Taro Roots - Part 1 of 2


Part 1. Award Winning short film shot in remote location in Hawaii. A young urban Hawaiian man having hard times inherits property in rural Molokai that he shares with a cousin. He must decide whether to sell or not. His cousin teaches him the values of his culture. 2000 Hawaii International Film Festival Audience Choice Best Short Film Award. Re-edited for broadcast on Youtube. www.quazifilms.com


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Molokai Legend of Sacred Stone


Full length DVD available at: www.islandlifevideos.com One of four videos in the compilation "Hawaiian Legends: Molokai's Sacred Stones" DVD. This video was produced with the participation of Molokai youth in the Ka Li`i Mamo youth leadership program. The compilation DVD was sold as a fund raising tool to help the youth attend the 2004 World Indigenous People's Conference in New Zealand. The intention of the DVD is to share stories that offer insight to the values, history, and culture of the Hawaiian people. Visit www.quazifilms.com to purchase a copy of the entire compilation or for more info.


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"Molokai O Hina" - Lono Music Video


For more info about Lono visit: www.lonomusic.com Video Produced By Matt Yamashita Quazifilms Media https


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"Take Me Home" - Lono Music Video


For more info about Lono visit: www.lonomusic.com Video Produced By Matt Yamashita Quazifilms Media https


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Hui Ho`oniho - Uhau Humu Pohaku Curriculum Sampler


Short sample of Hui Ho`oniho's Uhau Humu Pohaku (traditional Hawaiian dry stack stone masonry) video curriculum project funded by Administration for Native Americans. Video production services provided by Matt Yamashita of Quazifilms Media quazifilms.com with Kelly Pauole of Maui808Films http


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Molokai - Return to Pono


2008... Dedicated to the kupuna of Molokai who have kept the ancient wisdom and stories alive. After years of degradation, the small Hawaiian island of Molokai is working to reestablish ecological and social balance, sustainability and self-governance. Not simply "fighting" development, but looking to create economic engines that compliment and enhance the island's unique lifestyle, culture and natural resources. The effort will be successful only if they look to the lessons of the past and revive the values that once made ancient Molokai great. "Ho`ii ka Pono" = to return to pono... a state of being physically and spiritually in accord with the sacred; correct living; righteousness; balance; abundance; wealth. www.quazifilms.com. For more info about what's happening on Molokai please go to: www.maimolokai.com. Music performed by www.lonomusic.com. Video funded in-part by Group 70 International. Commissioned by Apu a Hina. (This is an unfinished draft of the video. An official final version is coming soon.)


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"Ka`akau Makaweliweli" Lono Music Video


For more info about Lono visit: www.lonomusic.com Video Produced By Matt Yamashita Quazifilms Media https


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"Oli`E" - Lono Music Video


For more info about Lono visit: www.lonomusic.com Video Produced By Matt Yamashita Quazifilms Media https


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Environmental Heroes PSA


30-second Public Service Announcement produced for KITV 4 (TheHawaiiChannel.com) Everyday Environmental Heroes campaign. Written and Directed by Matt Yamashita (www.quazifilms.com).


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Ala Wai Watershed PSA


30-second Public Service Announcment produced for the Ala Wai Watershed Association (alawai.org). Written, Directed, Shot & Edited by Matt Yamashita (www.quazifilms.com). Starring Kanoho Helm.


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Kuleana: Sexual Violence Prevention


Presented and commissioned by Hui Au Ola, Molokai Area Health Education Center (AHEC). Produced by Quazifilms Media (www.quazifilms.com). Written/Directed/Edited by Matt Yamashita.


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Save La'au Point, Molokai


2007... Controversy surrounds a proposed development on the "Most Hawaiian Island." This is an informational video about the fight to stop high-end development at Molokai's La'au Point. Produced under "Hui Ho`opakele `Aina." Edited by Matt Yamashita... www.quazifilms.com. "Keep Molokai, Molokai" performed live by Lono... www.lonomusic.com. For more info about what's happening on Molokai please go to: www.maimolokai.com.


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Sashamon "Necta" Butterfly Song


Music video of Hawaii musician, Sashamon, and his hit song, "Necta" (Butterfly Song). Directed by Matt Yamashita. Butterfly graphics by Aaron Whitford & Raymond Jateco. Produced by www.quazifilms.com.


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Molokai: First Light of Nu`umea


2008. In the wake of recent development controversies and the closing of Molokai Ranch, Malia Akutagawa, keiki o ka aina, addresses the Molokai community on moving forward in pono.


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Taro Roots - Part 2 of 2


Part 2. Award Winning short film shot in remote location in Hawaii. A young urban Hawaiian man having hard times inherits property in rural Molokai that he shares with a cousin. He must decide whether to sell or not. His cousin teaches him the values of his culture. 2000 Hawaii International Film Festival Audience Choice Best Short Film Award.


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Ahi at the Buoy - Hawaii Fishing Action


Watch the full length Hawaii Fishing Action Season #1 on Youtube at: www.youtube.com OR purchase the DVD with bonus features at: www.islandlifevideos.com In this segment, join Captain Clay and Hawaii Fishing Action for a memorable trip to the buoy with a pre-dawn ahi, an ono, and an aku (a small mahimahi was caught as a double strike with the ahi, but the camera missed it). If you like what you see, check out Hawaii Fishing Action's Season#1, Mahimahi Madness DVD available at www.islandlifevideos.com Music By: www.lonomusic.com Produced By quazifilms.com


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Sustainable Living on the Island of Molokai - Preview


Buy the full lnegth DVD at: www.islandlifevideos.com Produced by Quazifilms Media, Molokai. 5-minute preview of a 30-min documentary looking at different models of sustainable living on the Hawaiian island of Molokai. A true fusion of culture and technology.


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Molokai Cruise Ship Protest Part 1


2003. Part 1 of "Big Ships" video documenting the process that island residents went through to successfully stop cruise ships from using Molokai as a port. Great background and info on the destructive nature of the cruise industry.


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Visit Molokai: Return to Pono


To purchase a copy on DVD, visit: www.islandlifevideos.com Official release of video created to educate and inform visitors and new residents on the island of Molokai.


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Mahimahi Madness DVD Trailer


Watch the full length video on Youtube at: www.youtube.com OR purchase the DVD with bonus features at: www.islandlifevideos.com This is the preview trailer for HFA Bluewater Season #1 "Mahimahi Madness."


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L&R Farms (Molokai Sweet Potato) - PreviewMolokai.TV


www.landrfarms.com On the island of Molokai the soil and climate combine to create perfect growing conditions for sweet potatoes. The Decoite family has been growing Molokai Purple Sweet Potatoes for three generations. Learn about their farm, their products, and their way of life. A PreviewMolokai.tv video sponsored by the Molokai Chamber of Commerce, County of Maui Office of Economic Development, & Quazifilms Media.


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Mahimahi Madness DVD Intro


Watch the full length video on Youtube at: www.youtube.com OR purchase the DVD with bonus features at: www.islandlifevideos.com This is sample from "Hawaii Fishing Action Blue Water Season #1 - Mahimahi Madness." This clip is the opening segment of the feature video on the DVD and includes the first of many mahimahi caught in the 38-minutes of non-stop fishing action with Captain Clay.


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Molokai Sustainability Conference Part 1


Part 1 of a 4-part series covering the "Sustainable Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island Conference" held in July 2009. Part 1 includes an intro, opening remarks and presentation by Ramsay Taum. Video produced & edited by Matt Yamashita (Quazifilms Media). Additional footage provided by Josh Pastrana of Akaku Molokai Media Center.


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Finding Aloha


From Montana to Washington to Hawaii. A mini-voyage of personal discovery. Exploring the meaning of Aloha through the contemplation of color and oneness. www.quazifilms.com


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Mana Maoli Collective 2011


For more info and upcoming events: www.facebook.com Upcoming shows: Feb 11th - Three's Bar and Grill, Kihei (Maui) Feb 18th - Breaker's, Haleiwa (Oahu) Feb 19th - Tropics Cafe Bar & Lounge, Honolulu (Oahu)


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Molokai Sustainability Conference Part 2


Part 2 of a 4-part series covering the "Sustainable Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island Conference" held in July 2009. Part 2 includes presentations by Kala Hoe, Kapua Sproat, Paul Bierman-Lytle, and Aimee Allison. Video produced & edited by Matt Yamashita (Quazifilms Media). Additional footage provided by Josh Pastrana of Akaku Molokai Media Center.


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Kaho`olawe Documentary Interview


2007. Interview with Matt Yamashita as shown on "Hawaii's Reel Stories" TV show (www.overtherainbowproductions). Matt talks about an upcoming documentary project focusing on an event held on Kaho`olawe in 2004. The video project is sponsored by Kaho`olawe Island Reserve Commission.


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Kumu Farms - PreviewMolokai.TV


kumufarms.com Kumu Farms provides organic and specialty produce on the island of Molokai. Learn about their business and what sets this farm apart. A PreviewMolokai.tv video sponsored by the Molokai Chamber of Commerce, County of Maui Office of Economic Development, & Quazifilms Media.


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Molokai Sustainability Conference Part 3


Part 3 of a 4-part series covering the "Sustainable Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island Conference" held in July 2009. Part 3 includes presentations by Nainoa Thompson and Molokai youth participants. Video produced & edited by Matt Yamashita (Quazifilms Media). Additional footage provided by Josh Pastrana of Akaku Molokai Media Center.


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Molokai Cruise Ship Protest Part 2


Part 2 of "Big Ships" video.


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Molokai Sustainability Conference Part 4


Part 4 of a 4-part series covering the "Sustainable Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island Conference" held in July 2009. Part 4 includes presentations by David Sands, John Harrison, Quinn Vittum, Selina Tarantino, Jacqui Kay, plus closing remarks. Video produced & edited by Matt Yamashita (Quazifilms Media). Additional footage provided by Josh Pastrana of Akaku Molokai Media Center.


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The Boxmaster


Only humans create boxes and squares in a Universe of circles and cycles. A short film produced by Matt Yamashita while attending Chapman University School of Film and Television in 1999. www.quazifilms.com


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Molokai Cruise Ship Protest Part 3


Part 3 of "Big Ships" video.


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Save Our Hawaiian Monk Seals PSA


For more info visit: www.alohakanaloacoalition.org Shot and Edited By Matt Yamashita www.quazifilms.com Monk Seal Footage Provided By Michael Pitts Narrated By: Vicky Holt Takamine Nose Flute By: Calvin Ho & Kawai Hoe Post Production Sound Recording: Oiwi TV - www.oiwi.tv Joey Kaimana


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My Sustainable Molokai Youth Contest - Call for Entries


The My Sustainable Molokai Youth Contest is an Art, Poetry, and Essay contest for Molokai youth ages 12-18. Go to www.themolokaidispatch.com/mymolokai for contest info and resources. Deadline for submissions is May 22nd, 2009. Contest presented by Ka Honua Momona. Prizes sponsored by First Wind. Video produced by Matt Yamashita of Quazifilms Media, Molokai.


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Molokai Adult Day Care - Na Pu'uwai


Na Pu'uwai Native Hawaiian Health Care System on the Hawaiian Island of Molokai offers Adult Day Care Services for the elderly. 808-553-5099 for more information. Video Produced By: Matt Yamashita www.Quazifilms.com


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Island Rising Art - PreviewMolokai.TV


islandrising.com Jaia and Malia Waits are self-taught artists living a pure and simple life in East Molokai. Learn about their art, business and unique lifestyle. A PreviewMolokai.tv video sponsored by the Molokai Chamber of Commerce, County of Maui Office of Economic Development, & Quazifilms Media.


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Save Our Hawaiian Monk Seals 15-sec PSA


For more info visit: www.alohakanaloacoalition.org Shot and Edited By Matt Yamashita www.quazifilms.com Monk Seal Footage Provided By Michael Pitts Narrated By: Vicky Holt Takamine Nose Flute By: Calvin Ho & Kawai Hoe Post Production Sound Recording: Oiwi TV - www.oiwi.tv Joey Kaimana


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