Ulu Kupu
Released 4 years ago in 2022. Ulu Kupu is a feature film. directed by Tiare Ribeaux. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Nanea Lum, Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers, and Kālikopuanoheaokalani Aiu
Synopsis
Ulu (ʻŌlelo Hawai'i): “to grow, increase, spread, to protect, to rise”; Kupu: “sprout, offspring, germinate” or a “spirit or supernatural being”. Through video that mixes parallel visual narratives, Ulu Kupu follows a “Labor Hula”, a performance of harvesting plants/materials from the 'āina (land): hala which is used for weaving; wauke, which is used to create kapa or tapa, a textile; and hau which is also used as a textile or decorative fiber. This dance with the materials of the land is further expanded through the performance of a dancer, wearing the materials on their body and dancing in a wahi pana (sacred place) as well as in a grove of hau trees.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ulu Kupu about?
Ulu (ʻŌlelo Hawai'i): “to grow, increase, spread, to protect, to rise”; Kupu: “sprout, offspring, germinate” or a “spirit or supernatural being”. Through video that mixes parallel vi...
Who directed Ulu Kupu?
Ulu Kupu was directed by Tiare Ribeaux.
How long is Ulu Kupu?
Ulu Kupu has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was Ulu Kupu released?
Ulu Kupu was released on May 7, 2022 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ulu Kupu?
The main cast of Ulu Kupu includes Nanea Lum, Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers, Kālikopuanoheaokalani Aiu, Ara Laylo, Waikapu.