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Dec 6, 2019 · The Islands: Directed by Timothy A. Chey. With Teuira Shanti Napa, Mira Sorvino, Ricky Sua'ava, John Savage. Based on the incredible true story of Chiefess Kapiolani, who descended into an active volcano to demonstrate her new-found faith and ushered in a new beginning in Hawaii.
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- Timothy A. Chey
- 2019-12-06
The film, shot entirely in Hawaii, is based on the incredible true story of Chiefess Kapiolani who descended into an active volcano to demonstrate her new-found faith and ushered in a new beginning in Hawaii.
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Kapi’olani was a young woman of Hawaiian royalty. In 1821, American missionaries taught her Christianity. Over time, she accepts it. The local religion had a tradition. The goddess Pe’le required a human sacrifice. One of the Americans, Hiram Bingham, offered himself in place of a local. Noting Bingham's faith and courage, Kapi’olani decided to pro...
Cast
Teuira Shanti Napa as Kapi’olani Mira Sorvino as Mary Thornton Ricky Sua’ava as Alika Kalawaia John Savage as Henry Thornton Michael Camp as Hiram Bingham Malia Marquez as Kanoa Palakiko
Director
Timothy A. Chey
Distributor
Rover Rain
The critical reception was mixed but mostly positive. David Jackson of Newswire wrote, "The Islands is a Landmark Piece in the World of Cinema," and called it "a true work of cinematic brilliance". And Umar Saeed wrote, "This story is perfect for all ages and ideal for group and family entertainment too." Marketwatch, on the other hand, found the p...
https://newswire.net/newsroom/news/00118722-the-islands-is-a-landmark-piece-in-the-world-of-cinema.htmlhttps://antthemes.com/the-islands-a-must-watch-movie/"The Islands [2019] (Movie Review)". 25 March 2020.Dec 6, 2019 · The Islands (2019) PG-13, 1 hr 34 min. Based on the incredible true story of a Hawaiian queen who found Christ in 1823 and risked her life going to the volcano to demonstrate her new found faith. GENRE: Drama. RELEASE DATE: Friday, Dec 6, 2019. VIDEOS: WATCH VIDEOS.
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Based on the incredible true-life story of Chiefess Kapiolani who descended into an active volcano to demonstrate her new-found faith and ushered in a new beginning in Hawaii. 58 IMDb 5.2 1 h 29 min 2019. 7+.
Dec 6, 2019 · Movie Review. In 1820, a group of three missionaries—John and Mary Thornton, and Hiram Bingham—came to the islands of Hawaii to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. Eager and filled with expectant joy, they were quickly dismayed.
