This Is the Way We Rise

January. 28,2021      
Rating:
5.6
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An exploration into the creative process, following Native Hawaiian slam poet Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio, as her art is reinvigorated by her calling to protect sacred sites atop Maunakea, Hawai`i.

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Don't Believe the Hype

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Brilliant and touching

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Wow! What a bizarre film! Unfortunately the few funny moments there were were quite overshadowed by it's completely weird and random vibe throughout.

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2021/01/31

This is one of the few movies I've ever seen where the whole audience broke into spontaneous, loud applause a third of the way in.

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