A Paradise Lost
Oct 19, 2025 · 1h 29m
Director
Laurie SumiyeOverview
The film unfolds through the POV of the Palila called Anuenue who stood as the client in 1979 court trials. The legal battle leveraged the Endangered Species Act to protect māmane forests where 2,500 Palila competed with introduced sheep & goats. He explains how they won in court, but are still in jeopardy; in 2024, only 300 Palila remain. Today, a Native Hawaiian conservationist struggles to save them amidst escalating threats of climate change, wildfires, introduced predators, diseases, and governmental neglect.
Cast of A Paradise Lost
Crew of A Paradise Lost
About A Paradise Lost
What is A Paradise Lost about?
The film unfolds through the POV of the Palila called Anuenue who stood as the client in 1979 court trials. The legal battle leveraged the Endangered Species Act to protect māmane forests where 2,500 Palila competed with introduced sheep & goats. He explains how they won in court, but are still in jeopardy; in 2024, only 300 Palila remain. Today, a Native Hawaiian conservationist struggles to…
When was A Paradise Lost released?
A Paradise Lost was released on October 19, 2025.
How long is A Paradise Lost?
A Paradise Lost runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
Who directed A Paradise Lost?
A Paradise Lost was directed by Laurie Sumiye.
Who is in the cast of A Paradise Lost?
The cast of A Paradise Lost includes Kalā Lindsey-Asing (Self), Michael Sherwood (Self), Marjorie Ziegler (Self) and Kaipo Schwab (Anuenue (voice)).