The Aloha Within - Directed by Elvis Maleko and Robert Massetti

Project Type: Short Film

Project Title: The Aloha Within

Brief Synopsis: Through a time of personal struggle and tragedy, a young Polynesian performer discovers a new meaning of hope. Within himself, he pieces together the strength of a support system that combines his family, friends, and culture into the translation of a single word, “Aloha”.

Runtime: 17 mins 13 sec

Completion Date: March 2025

Country of Origin: United States

Language: English

Credits

Director: Elvis Maleko and Robert Massetti

Writer: Elvis Maleko

Producer: Elvis Maleko

Cinematographer: Robert Massetti

Editor: Elvis Maleko

Key Cast:

Cast Character

Rex Tiumalu- Marc

Elvis Maleko- Chris

Raymond Cabral- Uncle Ronnie

Christian Perez- Stage Assistant Noah

Ashton Sillito- Master of Ceremonies

Bridget Sillito- Mahina

Ailana- Julie Rhoden