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An exploration of the mysterious origins of Hawaii’s iconic hand sign. The film opens at a Shaka Contest and follows Steve Sue as he investigates its roots across surfing, politics, pop culture—even war. His five-year quest leads to kupuna Aunty Kekela Miller and a trail of clues spanning Miss Universe, Elvis, leprosy colonies, and ancient photo archives. The journey ends with the story of Hamana Kalili, a beloved North Shore figure whose missing fingers and wave inspired generations. Framed as a lighthearted “who dunnit,” the film reveals how the Shaka became a global symbol of Aloha—and launches Project Shaka to keep it going.

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