Music, Documentary, History, Animation, Drama
Told in three unique stories, Songs of Love from Hawaii is a hybrid historical drama that uncovers the journeys of Hawaii's first Korean immigrants. From picture bride Lim Ok Soon to those isolated in Kalaupapa, their tales of love, sacrifice, and resilience come alive through stunning performances by world-class musicians and rare archival images against Hawaii's breathtaking landscapes.
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Yumeji Tanima's Scream Theater
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LA 92
Guang
Simple Boy
Clapham Junction
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IMDB 4 | Mar , 2017
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IMDB 7 | Nov , 2013
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IMDB 0 | Jan , 2014
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IMDB 6.7 | Aug , 2005
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IMDB 0 | Feb , 2027
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IMDB 7.8 | Jun , 2022
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IMDB 4 | May , 2004
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IMDB 7.8 | Apr , 2017
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IMDB 0 | Dec , 2011
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IMDB 10 | Oct , 2025
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IMDB 6.5 | Jul , 2007
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IMDB 0 | Aug , 1976
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IMDB 5.7 | Dec , 2004
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