Back to the Roots

Back to the Roots

1994
56m
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Overview

Kalo (taro) production on each of the major islands of Hawai'i circa 1994. Meet the amazing people who love and continue to cultivate taro on lo'i that in some cases has been in the family for generations and centuries! Young, old, and family growers on Maui, Moloka'i, Hawai'i, O'ahu, and Kaua'i islands. Includes history/culture of kalo, Issues related to land and water, uses of kalo, and prospects for the future.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Spoken Languages
English

Keywords

hawaii pacific island woman director native hawaiian pacific islanders

Quick Facts

Release Date January 1, 1994
Status Released
Language EN

Cast

Dana Naone Hall
Dana Naone Hall

Narrator

Key Crew

Victoria Keith
Director
Dana Naone Hall
Writer
Victoria Keith
Writer