As a Hawai'i resident, it's a joy to see made-in-Hawai'i movies that stand up to any large studio project, with regards to acting, directing, story, production values, impact and education. Particularly to the family films genre, "Under the Blood Red Sun" is a major contribution.
Tim Savage and Red Sun Productions' excellent expression of Graham Salisbury's award-winning youth novel brings the WWII attack on Pearl Harbor into sharp focus. Against that historical background, the story of two boys--one Japanese, one Caucasian--is well-told and powerfully portrayed by young actors Kyler Sakamoto and Kalama Epstein.
As the boys and their families and friends (including up-and-coming 'ukulele star Aidan James) deal with the days and months that follow, they learn about loyalty, honor and strength in a hero's journey that's close to home, yet universal in heart.
Made with skill and aloha, "Under the Blood Red Sun" is a must-see.
Tim Savage and Red Sun Productions' excellent expression of Graham Salisbury's award-winning youth novel brings the WWII attack on Pearl Harbor into sharp focus. Against that historical background, the story of two boys--one Japanese, one Caucasian--is well-told and powerfully portrayed by young actors Kyler Sakamoto and Kalama Epstein.
As the boys and their families and friends (including up-and-coming 'ukulele star Aidan James) deal with the days and months that follow, they learn about loyalty, honor and strength in a hero's journey that's close to home, yet universal in heart.
Made with skill and aloha, "Under the Blood Red Sun" is a must-see.