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Beyond Paradise (1998)
I think Hollywood Reporter Review said it best-"A Mixure of AMERICAN GRAFFITI and ONCE WERE WARRIORS. Great Film! I caught it at AFI Fest 98.
I have been tracking this film since its rough cut debut at the Hawaii Film Fest. I heard that it broke the attendance record at that Fest and had tremendous reviews. Evidently, the film makers were able to raise additional funds from that success and shot additional scenes. The final version was premiered at AFI Fest 98. The screening I attended was packed, people stood in the back and chairs were brought in. It was a lot of fun. I heard the second screening was just as full. The film is about a young Californian who moves to the big island of Hawaii. There he is befriended by three Hawaiians who show him a very different Hawaii that is not seen by the average tourist. Incredible cinematography ( especially the underwater scenes ) and a great soundtrack, along with a strong script with dramatic performances make up for a great ride. The lead Hawaiian performance by Lorenzo Callender is particularly impressive.