The Hawai’i International Film Festival returns to the Hilo Palace Theater with an exciting program of 7 feature length films and 2 Made in Hawai’i shorts programs. The Palace’s Opening Night presentation will take place on Thursday, November 18th at 7pm featuring the directors of the documentary WATERMAN.

WATERMAN @7PM (Runtime: 88M)

Opening Night, MADE IN HAWAII | DIRECTOR: Isaac Halisima

Narrated by Jason Momoa, WATERMAN explores Native Hawaiian Duke Paoa Kahanamoku’s journey and legacy as a legendary swimmer, trailblazer, and the undisputed father of modern-day surfing.