@AlanR if you enjoyed the emotional family drama portrayed in this DUST video, then check out American daytime shows: "Days of our lives" and "General Hospital". They are both very long running and well respected tv series. They also have great character development and are full of heartfelt emotions WITH NONE of the low brow crudeness found on Jerry Springer. Hope you enjoy them as much as my grandma did 😘
This is a shining example of science fiction. No matter how far we travel into space, how great our scientific achievements, our greatest triumphs will always come from deep inside us. Great minds mean nothing without equally great hearts.
It's wonderful to see the Samoan recitation of the family line being spoken by the dying hero of the story, even though he was far far from home. Tradition and respect is important... wherever you are.
Ahh. Bloody hell. That one got me where it hurts. I have read many hundreds of SF books and watched as many films in the genre as I could. And yet with this film you managed to come up with an original take on the trope of the stranded/lost spacer. And not make it too predictable. Especially focussing on the parting with the family rather than the inevitability of him not making it back to safety. But what got me was the way you told the relationship with the main character and his dad. His dad just didn’t want to loose him and of course we find this out against an awareness that he is going to lose him. Simple but so brilliant... And as someone who is estranged from his father, it made my cry a little. That is the best compliment I can give a film. Thank you.
Finally, a complete Dust story. A beginning that establishes the stakes, a middle that jumbs between the two times well, and an ending that makes sense, And Feels Like An Ending! Well done!
It's amazing the number of people, ever since humanity existed, that have travelled into the unknown to learn something or advance humanity's knowledge and welfare. Going to the North or South Poles were epic journeys. The travellers never knew if they would see their families again and many didn't. This film reminds us of that and ,shows us that there will always be people ready to make that journey into the unknown for the greater good. The first people that go to Mars will be among those travellers. This film gives us a glimpse into our future. Thanks.
Aloha! Watched this from my home just outside Pahoa. How wonderful to see to see Kanaka Maoli in science fiction storytelling. The subtle ways Maoli culture and custom are embedded within the script were done with care and sensitivity, congratulations!
As a European New Zealander fortunate to have married into a Polynesian family (Samoan) I found it moving to witness a family drama familiar to me from my wife's family in Auckland juxtaposed with this science-fiction scenario. Something very Polynesian - down-to-earth, emotionally deep, and real - carried into a new world. Something ancient taken into the future. Well, Polynesians are navigators. Well done.
Thank you for making me cry. Not in a bad way... The whole time, I couldn't stop thinking of my own mother, who also passed away from cancer. I wish I could have spent more time with her, I thought there was more time....
Well, I wasn’t expecting to be moved to tears after a 15 min sci fI film. That was beautiful, tragic, hopeful and real. Thank you so much for your excellent vision and creativity, high quality stuff - kudos.
the station was like 100 feet away, but he didn't have oxygen to make it there.. but he had enough time to walk up a hill, plant the rod, and then talk for another five minutes? having strong flashbacks to trinity talking for 15 minutes at the end of the matrix 3 when she was impaled by 69 sticks of rebar.. could've solved that by making the station be like a mile away, but.. if this is the only thing i can criticize about this awesome short, then that's one hell of a great story. this was awesome!
And to me it reminded of Kaleva, which is a Finnish male name, and Kalevala (the famous Finnish epos). But I can see it is a word in Hawaiian meaning carriage.
I can't help but disagree with the opinion that some of these fantastic short films, so typical of Dust, should be made into full length features. This film for example is so perfect for it length and content that it would be spoiled if its emotional content were diluted. The short film which Dust so wonderfully showcases is an artform in its own right.
He was using the spare. The lessons are much deeper and complex, about respecting those who love you and dedicating your life to somehing greater than you... something you could be satisfied to give your life for, if it ended up that way.
@@jv-lk7bc The lesson is simple - if you are reaching point of no return for your normal supply - you immediatelly turn around and return to base even if you have backup. This way, you don't need to think about what last words to say to those who you love and you can think about your life choices in proper environment, instead of being near death, or gamble (which is what he did) to push for "something greater than you" at the cost of your life. Safety comes first.
Absolutely love how you interleaved the family story and the survival story. While the lead actor's time on screen was enjoyable, it was really Danielle Zalopany's performance that carried this drama over the line. Well done.
Buku awesomeness to see some home aina players in a movie like this emphasizing the importance of OHANA !! From Hood River, Oregon much mahalos !! B n R in Kailua .. can take da boy from da islands but not da islands from da boy !!!Peace, aloha Godspeed !!
Dang, reading some of these comments, I feel like I should have something profound to say...but I don't. I really enjoyed every aspect of this film, only wish it were longer! Thanks
Damn! That was damn sad. But he faced his Death with so much courage. A very thought provoking short. So many people either forget their family due to a whole host of reasons of hold on too tight. But where do you strike the balance between family and dreams.
More emotion and better acting than 90% of the overpriced films that tank. The fact a short film can accomplish a better story and bring actual enjoyment is a good example of how much money is just wasted in Hollywood.
Good movie, a little hard to swallow at times while watching do to losing my own mother to Cancer and shortly after my father to a freak car accident. But all and all you showed great family values and really good visuals! The planet was pretty awesome, especially the part where he was walking through the tall red grass! Loved it!
It was way too early for this type of emotional rollercoaster. Now I’m crying and need to rewash my face to get ready to leave the house without looking like a complete bag of azz. 😭💕 Excellent. As always. I’m gonna go now. ✌🏻
A Better late than never moment. Forgiveness is a powerful tool, that gets overlooked more often than not. The beauty of forgiveness is, it don't matter if others involved are aware. It's for your peace of mind. One may want to ask for forgiveness when looking too forgive though. Another takeaway I got was, live without regret, because tomorrow is never promised.
This is an amazing film. Shows us the true nature and human emotions when we are alone, on our own with only a computer voice to talk to. Sadden by the ending. At lease Mavis was there to guide him. Bravo on this.
This was great! Thank you for sharing it! It was so moving, (SPOILER FOR ANYONE READING) I was hoping for the last minute save, to me that shows how well done the main character was portrayed, but I totally respect that it ended the way it did. Great work to all involved and thanks again!
That was so good, but so sad. I know he didn't have a chance to make it back, but he should have kept walking back to the ship instead of laying down. You never know what could happen. Hope you guys make more movies. That was AWESOME!
That was beyond good thank you for your work an dust for showing me all of the above mentioned people who you impact they lives an then my life as well i love the enormous efforts for every single one I love every single moment
So stoked to have our film screening on DUST! We hope you enjoy it.
Liked it! Hope 2 c more from u!
Thank you .. Enjoyed it a lot .
This was brilliant!!
What was your inspiration in naming the title kalewa? Am from kenya
It means drunk in Swahili and I love it. Big up
It was fantastic
Thank you for treating the Dad's issues with losing his wife with respect and not dismissing or belittling them.
Well said.
And a good soap opera it was, not so much sci fi.
@AlanR if you enjoyed the emotional family drama portrayed in this DUST video, then check out American daytime shows: "Days of our lives" and "General Hospital". They are both very long running and well respected tv series. They also have great character development and are full of heartfelt emotions WITH NONE of the low brow crudeness found on Jerry Springer. Hope you enjoy them as much as my grandma did 😘
@@lillyanneserrelio2187 I think you should reread the OPs comment. He spoke of "Dad's issues" not a desire for saccharine drama. Just a thought.
@@dinnerwithfranklin as a kid in the 70’s I called them soap awful’s lol
This is a shining example of science fiction. No matter how far we travel into space, how great our scientific achievements, our greatest triumphs will always come from deep inside us. Great minds mean nothing without equally great hearts.
IQ with EQ find hope... One without the other finds delusion.
no matter the distance home is where the heart is
Here in Aotearoa..NZ.
Hawaii nui is where we go when we die
It's wonderful to see the Samoan recitation of the family line being spoken by the dying hero of the story, even though he was far far from home. Tradition and respect is important... wherever you are.
Hawaiian.
@@Twittler1 thanks for the correction
I'm totally not crying, it's merely the Dust in my eyes...
So nice to see Pacific Islanders honored with a good script, directing and acting. Thank you.
Ahh. Bloody hell. That one got me where it hurts. I have read many hundreds of SF books and watched as many films in the genre as I could. And yet with this film you managed to come up with an original take on the trope of the stranded/lost spacer. And not make it too predictable. Especially focussing on the parting with the family rather than the inevitability of him not making it back to safety. But what got me was the way you told the relationship with the main character and his dad. His dad just didn’t want to loose him and of course we find this out against an awareness that he is going to lose him. Simple but so brilliant... And as someone who is estranged from his father, it made my cry a little. That is the best compliment I can give a film. Thank you.
Right! Put a little lump in my throat.
lose, not loose
@@julieannmyers8714 yes mum, I have corrected it.
This could not possibly be a Dust presentation. It has a beginning, a middle, an end, and a plot.
Finally, a complete Dust story.
A beginning that establishes the stakes, a middle that jumbs between the two times well, and an ending that makes sense, And Feels Like An Ending! Well done!
thanks for the compliment! our entire team appreciates...
But the most of it is soap opera.
Very well said
@@nobody7817 Good story addition! 👍
@@nobody7817 i think you are confusing Interstellar with this.
Awesome, just awesome!!! Thank you!
It's amazing the number of people, ever since humanity existed, that have travelled into the unknown to learn something or advance humanity's knowledge and welfare. Going to the North or South Poles were epic journeys. The travellers never knew if they would see their families again and many didn't. This film reminds us of that and ,shows us that there will always be people ready to make that journey into the unknown for the greater good. The first people that go to Mars will be among those travellers. This film gives us a glimpse into our future. Thanks.
Aloha! Watched this from my home just outside Pahoa. How wonderful to see to see Kanaka Maoli in science fiction storytelling. The subtle ways Maoli culture and custom are embedded within the script were done with care and sensitivity, congratulations!
thank you. that means a lot to us! fun fact, although it takes place in Pāhoa (and Atlas Minor) it was all shot on O'ahu due to logistics...
We are so proud of the Kālewa film team. Mahalo! 🚀
If ever a short movie deserved to be made into a full length movie, this one is it. I hope Hollywood takes notice.
@joesphSimpson We hope we can! Help spread the word.
@Michael Montgomery We agree but hope to find the funds and resources to make the "next thing"
fingers crossed we can make the jump. glad you like it...
Hollywood practice killing of lil kids
Would love for this to happen! We have a story ready for the feature 😉
As a European New Zealander fortunate to have married into a Polynesian family (Samoan) I found it moving to witness a family drama familiar to me from my wife's family in Auckland juxtaposed with this science-fiction scenario. Something very Polynesian - down-to-earth, emotionally deep, and real - carried into a new world. Something ancient taken into the future. Well, Polynesians are navigators. Well done.
With a man, who is a sulky kid.
This is why they say representation matters.
Now thats how you tell a story. Well done to the team behind this.
Thank you for making me cry. Not in a bad way... The whole time, I couldn't stop thinking of my own mother, who also passed away from cancer. I wish I could have spent more time with her, I thought there was more time....
Are you crazy? What did you do to my emotions during these 15 minutes? Well done Team, well done... 👍😀
I know, that was so sad, it was so well done!
damn you, Mitchel Viernes. you use your well-honed blades with too much skill.
uhhh!! i do like it! propper story, good suspense, nicely filmed!
Wow!
You see, kids, no matter how spectacular the science fiction, it's still the human side of the story that makes a great film.
Haven't watched dust in a while.... Glad I came back to this one. 👍👍
Well, I wasn’t expecting to be moved to tears after a 15 min sci fI film. That was beautiful, tragic, hopeful and real. Thank you so much for your excellent vision and creativity, high quality stuff - kudos.
the station was like 100 feet away, but he didn't have oxygen to make it there.. but he had enough time to walk up a hill, plant the rod, and then talk for another five minutes?
having strong flashbacks to trinity talking for 15 minutes at the end of the matrix 3 when she was impaled by 69 sticks of rebar..
could've solved that by making the station be like a mile away, but.. if this is the only thing i can criticize about this awesome short, then that's one hell of a great story. this was awesome!
Am from kenya, kalewa means drunk in our lunguage
I love dust
Yeah that was my first thought, kalewa, but guess the 'ā' made not kalewa as we know.
And to me it reminded of Kaleva, which is a Finnish male name, and Kalevala (the famous Finnish epos). But I can see it is a word in Hawaiian meaning carriage.
@@Amulinka haha same
Kalewa in Tagalog is lefthand..
Me Kalewa right now (Burps)🙃
I can't help but disagree with the opinion that some of these fantastic short films, so typical of Dust, should be made into full length features. This film for example is so perfect for it length and content that it would be spoiled if its emotional content were diluted. The short film which Dust so wonderfully showcases is an artform in its own right.
totally agreed. many films aren't made for full length.
Lesson is : Always take a spare no matter how short the trip.
He was using the spare. The lessons are much deeper and complex, about respecting those who love you and dedicating your life to somehing greater than you... something you could be satisfied to give your life for, if it ended up that way.
@@jv-lk7bc 😁👍Thanks friend.
@@jv-lk7bc The lesson is simple - if you are reaching point of no return for your normal supply - you immediatelly turn around and return to base even if you have backup.
This way, you don't need to think about what last words to say to those who you love and you can think about your life choices in proper environment, instead of being near death, or gamble (which is what he did) to push for "something greater than you" at the cost of your life.
Safety comes first.
@@Kniazz They mentioned that he didn't have time to do that, as the window would have closed and he would have left the planet without fixing the peg.
Absolutely love how you interleaved the family story and the survival story. While the lead actor's time on screen was enjoyable, it was really Danielle Zalopany's performance that carried this drama over the line. Well done.
This is what Sci-Fi should be like. Far above the norm (especially for DUST shorts). Well done, Mitchel Viernes & crew.
Absurdly fantastic.....
Lovely parallel between reestablishing technological connections and reestablishing human connections. Well done!
_It never ceases to amaze me that once you “forgive self”, you are able to see more clearly the pure love others have for you. Family Is_
Wow very powerful message! Thank you!
I believe the father, knew his son, was not coming back. So sad. Great film, well done to all.
Very nice. Science fiction with a heart. Here is to our Hawaiian brothers and sisters!
Hawaiians is space? It's about time! Rather than going between islands, we now go between planets. A hui hou kakou.
Out of this world! 👨🚀
haha! we see what you did there...
Balling eyes out. I love you dad.
Buku awesomeness to see some home aina players in a movie like this emphasizing the importance of OHANA !! From Hood River, Oregon much mahalos !! B n R in Kailua .. can take da boy from da islands but not da islands from da boy !!!Peace, aloha Godspeed !!
Great performance by actors made this story special. Thx.
Awesome sci. Fric. movie I loved it enjoy it❤️Great tram work by all team member
I love you guys! Thanks again for all the great films!
Dang, reading some of these comments, I feel like I should have something profound to say...but I don't. I really enjoyed every aspect of this film, only wish it were longer! Thanks
The breathing during the credits was a fantastic idea. It added the "tie" to his goodbye transmission.
Omg I saw this as I was watching it and thinking the SAME THING
Damn! That was damn sad. But he faced his Death with so much courage. A very thought provoking short. So many people either forget their family due to a whole host of reasons of hold on too tight. But where do you strike the balance between family and dreams.
Exceptionally phenomenal
One of the best films I've seen on Dust. Beautiful and deep.
Really enjoyed this. Thank you! Made me cry.
Beautiful...
So sad and yet so sweet.
just wow, this was absolutely incredible...one of my favorites n Dust for sure.
I don’t think I can describe how excited I was, as a Hawaiian, to see a short film written, starring, and produced by Hawaiians.
goosebumps
Chicken Skin!
More emotion and better acting than 90% of the overpriced films that tank. The fact a short film can accomplish a better story and bring actual enjoyment is a good example of how much money is just wasted in Hollywood.
The best film I’ve seen on Dust
So sad but still so beautiful. Another great movie. Love you Dust.
Beautiful and inspiring. Thank you so much!
It's about the connections. Regardless of where our paths lead us.
Great work on this Mitchel Viernes and to all of your actors and teams!
Soul searching version of family dynamics culminating in acceptance and mutual healing. Superior cinema!
The thumbnail was enough to tell the work behind the team. Visual masterpiece.
Wow. Compelling characters, and decent plot. Easily better than anything in hollywood
Very good characters and story. Well done. Left wanting more. I am usually critical of sci-fi shorts
Good movie, a little hard to swallow at times while watching do to losing my own mother to Cancer and shortly after my father to a freak car accident. But all and all you showed great family values and really good visuals! The planet was pretty awesome, especially the part where he was walking through the tall red grass! Loved it!
Wow! The tears are still falling on my desk. I can't believe you packed that much emotion in a 15 minute Short. Outstanding!
Awesome! Go team! We are excited to share the film with the world! Let us know what you think.
Phenomenal film! Thank you!
@@Michellee970 mahalo!
Stunning work!!
@@dp-mason mahalo! We were honored to bring it to life.
Perfect movie, very emotional and truthful. Thank you for yor job ❤️
It was way too early for this type of emotional rollercoaster. Now I’m crying and need to rewash my face to get ready to leave the house without looking like a complete bag of azz. 😭💕
Excellent. As always. I’m gonna go now. ✌🏻
Same here, 😭
You're funny!
A Better late than never moment. Forgiveness is a powerful tool, that gets overlooked more often than not. The beauty of forgiveness is, it don't matter if others involved are aware. It's for your peace of mind. One may want to ask for forgiveness when looking too forgive though. Another takeaway I got was, live without regret, because tomorrow is never promised.
Beautiful.
Forty-one years on Maui. So happy to see this. Expanding cultural horizons for my favorite storytelling. Kudos and Mahalo
This is an amazing film. Shows us the true nature and human emotions when we are alone, on our own with only a computer voice to talk to. Sadden by the ending. At lease Mavis was there to guide him. Bravo on this.
Exceptional!
I shed tears. What an amazing sci-fi drama, yet so real and brave and steeped in tradition. Every actor was perfectly on-point.
Made me cry. A good story with a sad ending.
This was great! Thank you for sharing it! It was so moving, (SPOILER FOR ANYONE READING) I was hoping for the last minute save, to me that shows how well done the main character was portrayed, but I totally respect that it ended the way it did.
Great work to all involved and thanks again!
i am a big fan of speacial affects that burst and sound at the start, off in the distance was perfect well done
Great job Mitchel! Way to go team 'Ohina!!!
I have missed these short films but glad I have found them again.
As always, EXCELLENT!
Thank you.
That was so good, but so sad. I know he didn't have a chance to make it back, but he should have kept walking back to the ship instead of laying down. You never know what could happen. Hope you guys make more movies. That was AWESOME!
We all love this channel ..keep up the gud work 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love the look of the distant planet reminiscent of No Man's Sky. Beautiful!
As he was tumbling who else was expecting that humongous face shield to crack? The air hose was unexpected. Awesome short!
Excellent short! Great acting, editing and soundtrack. Thank you.
Beautiful film. Wonderful story, the acting, the dialog, the scenery...perfect. Amazing work by everyone on the team.
So sad yet beautiful that his dad finally spoke to him before he left. 💕💕💕💕💕
Damn it, you got a tear from me. Well done
I LOVE these!
That was beyond good thank you for your work an dust for showing me all of the above mentioned people who you impact they lives an then my life as well i love the enormous efforts for every single one I love every single moment
This story is so human, beautiful
Amazing❤️🔥
Superb! Well done. Loved the connections and personal levels. Thank you.
The family depicted in the film is beautiful!
The talent in this is too good for Hollywood. Outstanding work!
Wow, congratulations !!!
So much emotional feelings in this film, enjoyed it😎
Ooh, I like the jumping between the two scenarios and having the moods of them mix together.
We agree, the story structure and editing is amazing in this film. Thanks for watching!
loved it!!!!!!!!!!
OMG, a short with a deep meaning, that doesn't involve shooting Aliens, or in fact even having Aliens in it. great short, loved it
Excellent: great script and performances.
Excellent quality production & script. Wise choice of actors.
So refreshing to see and hear Hawaiian actors. Geez, we need far more diversity in film. Well done.
We don't "need" diversity in anything. What we truly need is motivated people, not simple diversity for the hell of it.
Well done!