Pele's Appeal
Jan 01, 1989 · 31m
Director
Puhipau, Joan Lander, Nā Maka o ka ‘ĀinaOverview
In the swirling volcanic steam and misty rain forest of Kilauea volcano’s east rift zone on the island of Hawai’i, two forces meet head on. Geothermal development interests, seeking to clear the rain forest for drilling operations, are opposed by native Hawaiians seeking to stop the desecration of the fire goddess, Pele. Pele is a living deity fundamental to Hawaiian spiritual belief. She is the eruption, with its heat, lava and steam. Her family takes the form of forest plants, animals and other natural forces. But geothermal development interests see Pele as simply a source of electricity. When Hawaiians take the issue to court, they find that nature-based religions are not respected by U.S. law.
Cast of Pele's Appeal
Crew of Pele's Appeal
About Pele's Appeal
What is Pele's Appeal about?
In the swirling volcanic steam and misty rain forest of Kilauea volcano’s east rift zone on the island of Hawai’i, two forces meet head on. Geothermal development interests, seeking to clear the rain forest for drilling operations, are opposed by native Hawaiians seeking to stop the desecration of the fire goddess, Pele. Pele is a living deity fundamental to Hawaiian spiritual belief. She is the…
When was Pele's Appeal released?
Pele's Appeal was released on January 1, 1989.
How long is Pele's Appeal?
Pele's Appeal runs 31 minutes.
Who directed Pele's Appeal?
Pele's Appeal was directed by Puhipau, Joan Lander and Nā Maka o ka ‘Āina.
Who is in the cast of Pele's Appeal?
The cast of Pele's Appeal includes Pualani Kanakaʻole Kanahele (Self), Noa Emmett Aluli (Self), Palikapu Dedman (Self), Henry Auwae (Self) and Davianna McGregor (Self).