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  • Опубліковано 3 тра 2021
  • In the future, a Hawaiian astronaut makes the next great leap for his planet, his family, and himself. Tonight is his last chance.
    "Kālewa" by Mitchel Viernes
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    "Kālewa" Credits:
    Writer / Director - Mitchel Viernes
    Executive Producer - Gerard Elmore
    Executive Producer - Ries (Erik)
    Executive Producer - Darrin Kaneshiro
    Co-Executive Producer - Jason Cutinella
    Producers - Mitchel Viernes, Brian Watanabe, James Charisma
    Director of Photography: Atlas Minor, Ryan Miyamoto
    Director of Photography: Earth Anthony Vallejo-Sanderson
    Starring
    Michael Hake as Kainoa
    Kalewa Kimo Kahoano as David Kalewa
    Danielle Zalopany as Keala Morris
    Jason Quinn as Jacob Morris
    Hiʻilani Palea as Jada Morris
    Lisa Barnes as MAVIS
    Editor - Nick Stone
    “Atlas Minor Theme” by Asialynn G.K. Yap
    “What Kind of People” by Ron Artis II & the Truth “What Kind of People” Remix by Ais One
    Audio Engineering - Max Ebersbach
    Gaffer - Keoki Smith
    Key Grip - Xavier D. Figueroa
    Jr. Sound/Sound Mixer, Line Producer - Kyle Kosaki
    Production Assistant - Louis Rodriguez
    Production Assistant - Scotty Liddell
    VFX Supervisor - Mitchel Viernes
    VFX HUD - Casey Vigushin
    VFX 3D Assets - Junichiro Mayuzumi
    Suit design by Kamakani Del Dely
    Creative Director - Ries (Erik)
    Art Director - Dymond Cabildo
    BTS Photography - Raul Soria Jr., Lisa Tirimacco
    Credit Design - Ries (erik)
    Credit Animation - Mitchel Viernes
    Stunt Coordinator - Danny Kim
    Stunt Performer - Dustin McEwen
    Set Medic - Kenji Gramberg
    Hair & Make up - Debbie Nishimoto
    Casting by Brent Anbe Craft Services Darrin Kaneshiro
    Camera Equipment - Gerard Elmore
    Camera Equipment - Anthony Vallejo-Sanderson
    Grip & Electric Equipment - Keoki Smith
    Picture Vehicle - Clifford Cheng
    In loving memory of Rolland F. Tang 2/21/44 - 8/29/18t
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  • @mitchelmerrick5356
    @mitchelmerrick5356 3 роки тому +898

    So stoked to have our film screening on DUST! We hope you enjoy it.

    • @xanderharris1104
      @xanderharris1104 3 роки тому +13

      Liked it! Hope 2 c more from u!

    • @wallacewestmeath
      @wallacewestmeath 3 роки тому +9

      Thank you .. Enjoyed it a lot .

    • @Daeduluus
      @Daeduluus 3 роки тому +13

      This was brilliant!!

    • @Miranda-uy7xt
      @Miranda-uy7xt 3 роки тому +8

      What was your inspiration in naming the title kalewa? Am from kenya
      It means drunk in Swahili and I love it. Big up

    • @scottiemillereq1
      @scottiemillereq1 3 роки тому +6

      It was fantastic

  • @alanr8702
    @alanr8702 3 роки тому +244

    Thank you for treating the Dad's issues with losing his wife with respect and not dismissing or belittling them.

    • @dinnerwithfranklin2451
      @dinnerwithfranklin2451 3 роки тому +4

      Well said.

    • @tony16074
      @tony16074 3 роки тому +4

      And a good soap opera it was, not so much sci fi.

    • @lillyanneserrelio2187
      @lillyanneserrelio2187 3 роки тому +1

      @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 😘

    • @dinnerwithfranklin2451
      @dinnerwithfranklin2451 3 роки тому +7

      @@lillyanneserrelio2187 I think you should reread the OPs comment. He spoke of "Dad's issues" not a desire for saccharine drama. Just a thought.

    • @deborahchesser7375
      @deborahchesser7375 2 роки тому +1

      @@dinnerwithfranklin2451 as a kid in the 70’s I called them soap awful’s lol

  • @mikeglide1292
    @mikeglide1292 3 роки тому +224

    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.

    • @humanmale4610
      @humanmale4610 3 роки тому +5

      IQ with EQ find hope... One without the other finds delusion.

    • @lizafrench8455
      @lizafrench8455 3 роки тому +5

      no matter the distance home is where the heart is

    • @colonnaable
      @colonnaable 2 роки тому +2

      Here in Aotearoa..NZ.
      Hawaii nui is where we go when we die

  • @ogundipefayomi5480
    @ogundipefayomi5480 3 роки тому +84

    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.

  • @austinholm-mcrae2777
    @austinholm-mcrae2777 3 роки тому +31

    I'm totally not crying, it's merely the Dust in my eyes...

  • @hambone4402
    @hambone4402 3 роки тому +90

    So nice to see Pacific Islanders honored with a good script, directing and acting. Thank you.

  • @paulroberts3639
    @paulroberts3639 3 роки тому +75

    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.

  • @epayne6
    @epayne6 3 роки тому +210

    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!

    • @erikries
      @erikries 3 роки тому +6

      thanks for the compliment! our entire team appreciates...

    • @tony16074
      @tony16074 3 роки тому

      But the most of it is soap opera.

    • @baddad1357
      @baddad1357 3 роки тому +2

      Very well said

    • @epayne6
      @epayne6 3 роки тому +2

      @@nobody7817 Good story addition! 👍

    • @AnthonyVassallo
      @AnthonyVassallo 3 роки тому

      @@nobody7817 i think you are confusing Interstellar with this.

  • @LA_Viking
    @LA_Viking 3 роки тому +2

    This could not possibly be a Dust presentation. It has a beginning, a middle, an end, and a plot.

  • @NMGNetwork
    @NMGNetwork 3 роки тому +30

    We are so proud of the Kālewa film team. Mahalo! 🚀

  • @coachb2766
    @coachb2766 3 роки тому +54

    Lesson is : Always take a spare no matter how short the trip.

    • @jv-lk7bc
      @jv-lk7bc 3 роки тому +4

      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.

    • @coachb2766
      @coachb2766 3 роки тому

      @@jv-lk7bc 😁👍Thanks friend.

    • @Kniazz
      @Kniazz 3 роки тому +5

      @@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.

    • @TonyMobily
      @TonyMobily 3 роки тому +1

      @@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.

  • @edwardparker760
    @edwardparker760 3 роки тому +30

    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.

    • @mqh2411
      @mqh2411 3 роки тому

      totally agreed. many films aren't made for full length.

  • @johntellio7747
    @johntellio7747 3 роки тому +5

    Hawaiians is space? It's about time! Rather than going between islands, we now go between planets. A hui hou kakou.

  • @josephsimpson4295
    @josephsimpson4295 3 роки тому +62

    If ever a short movie deserved to be made into a full length movie, this one is it. I hope Hollywood takes notice.

    • @GerardElmore
      @GerardElmore 3 роки тому +1

      @joesphSimpson We hope we can! Help spread the word.

    • @GerardElmore
      @GerardElmore 3 роки тому +4

      ​@Michael Montgomery We agree but hope to find the funds and resources to make the "next thing"

    • @erikries
      @erikries 3 роки тому +2

      fingers crossed we can make the jump. glad you like it...

    • @divinewisdomandpoweroftheseer
      @divinewisdomandpoweroftheseer 3 роки тому +1

      Hollywood practice killing of lil kids

    • @mitchelmerrick5356
      @mitchelmerrick5356 3 роки тому +1

      Would love for this to happen! We have a story ready for the feature 😉

  • @davidpalmer5966
    @davidpalmer5966 3 роки тому +123

    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.

    • @tony16074
      @tony16074 3 роки тому

      With a man, who is a sulky kid.

    • @jus1taj
      @jus1taj 3 роки тому

      This is why they say representation matters.

  • @Miranda-uy7xt
    @Miranda-uy7xt 3 роки тому +87

    Am from kenya, kalewa means drunk in our lunguage
    I love dust

    • @thatsaviour
      @thatsaviour 3 роки тому +2

      Yeah that was my first thought, kalewa, but guess the 'ā' made not kalewa as we know.

    • @Amulinka
      @Amulinka 3 роки тому +2

      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.

    • @AlexGorskov
      @AlexGorskov 3 роки тому +1

      @@Amulinka haha same

    • @robertocortez8700
      @robertocortez8700 3 роки тому

      Kalewa in Tagalog is lefthand..

    • @ellvee426
      @ellvee426 Рік тому

      Me Kalewa right now (Burps)🙃

  • @Makule17
    @Makule17 3 роки тому +75

    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!

    • @erikries
      @erikries 3 роки тому +7

      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...

  • @Rouge_7
    @Rouge_7 3 роки тому +8

    The breathing during the credits was a fantastic idea. It added the "tie" to his goodbye transmission.

    • @SEXgoddess.
      @SEXgoddess. 3 роки тому

      Omg I saw this as I was watching it and thinking the SAME THING

  • @GerardElmore
    @GerardElmore 3 роки тому +74

    Awesome! Go team! We are excited to share the film with the world! Let us know what you think.

    • @Michellee970
      @Michellee970 3 роки тому +6

      Phenomenal film! Thank you!

    • @GerardElmore
      @GerardElmore 3 роки тому +2

      @@Michellee970 mahalo!

    • @dp-mason
      @dp-mason 3 роки тому +1

      Stunning work!!

    • @GerardElmore
      @GerardElmore 3 роки тому

      @@dp-mason mahalo! We were honored to bring it to life.

    • @igoodwn
      @igoodwn 3 роки тому +1

      Perfect movie, very emotional and truthful. Thank you for yor job ❤️

  • @H3LLS4NG3L
    @H3LLS4NG3L 3 роки тому +2

    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....

  • @davewalker8519
    @davewalker8519 3 роки тому +2

    Lovely parallel between reestablishing technological connections and reestablishing human connections. Well done!

  • @3DPDK
    @3DPDK 3 роки тому +10

    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.

  • @ralphrex9118
    @ralphrex9118 3 роки тому +22

    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.

  • @almatt21
    @almatt21 3 роки тому +2

    I believe the father, knew his son, was not coming back. So sad. Great film, well done to all.

  • @Eflatmajor7sharp11
    @Eflatmajor7sharp11 3 роки тому +4

    Balling eyes out. I love you dad.

  • @johnathancorgan3994
    @johnathancorgan3994 3 роки тому +17

    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.

  • @trafrellik7350
    @trafrellik7350 3 роки тому +1

    This is what Sci-Fi should be like. Far above the norm (especially for DUST shorts). Well done, Mitchel Viernes & crew.

  • @dreamsComeTruePL
    @dreamsComeTruePL 3 роки тому +62

    Are you crazy? What did you do to my emotions during these 15 minutes? Well done Team, well done... 👍😀

    • @Alexandria197
      @Alexandria197 3 роки тому +2

      I know, that was so sad, it was so well done!

    • @jv-lk7bc
      @jv-lk7bc 3 роки тому +2

      damn you, Mitchel Viernes. you use your well-honed blades with too much skill.

  • @marymagmartha7453
    @marymagmartha7453 3 роки тому +4

    _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_

  • @jamesmorgan1063
    @jamesmorgan1063 3 роки тому +5

    Soul searching version of family dynamics culminating in acceptance and mutual healing. Superior cinema!

  • @BatMan-xr8gg
    @BatMan-xr8gg 3 роки тому +19

    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.

  • @voidme457
    @voidme457 3 роки тому +2

    I love you guys! Thanks again for all the great films!

  • @melissadunton3534
    @melissadunton3534 3 роки тому +49

    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. ✌🏻

  • @doct15
    @doct15 3 роки тому +2

    Really enjoyed this. Thank you! Made me cry.

  • @habitualresistor9548
    @habitualresistor9548 3 роки тому +8

    Wow. Compelling characters, and decent plot. Easily better than anything in hollywood

  • @pf-e1750
    @pf-e1750 3 роки тому +2

    i am a big fan of speacial affects that burst and sound at the start, off in the distance was perfect well done

  • @DanielBooneSpoon
    @DanielBooneSpoon 3 роки тому +8

    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!

  • @rainydaylady6596
    @rainydaylady6596 3 роки тому +14

    So sad yet beautiful that his dad finally spoke to him before he left. 💕💕💕💕💕

  • @gebeleysis
    @gebeleysis 3 роки тому +4

    Love the look of the distant planet reminiscent of No Man's Sky. Beautiful!

  • @jimfrey881
    @jimfrey881 3 роки тому +5

    Wow! The tears are still falling on my desk. I can't believe you packed that much emotion in a 15 minute Short. Outstanding!

  • @papaowl13803
    @papaowl13803 3 роки тому +9

    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.

  • @pberrigan19
    @pberrigan19 3 роки тому +8

    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!

  • @MrUrrl
    @MrUrrl 3 роки тому +6

    As he was tumbling who else was expecting that humongous face shield to crack? The air hose was unexpected. Awesome short!

  • @phenbuz
    @phenbuz 3 роки тому +3

    So sad but still so beautiful. Another great movie. Love you Dust.

  • @B30pt87
    @B30pt87 3 роки тому +4

    That was a fine piece of filmmaking

  • @davidreim4609
    @davidreim4609 3 роки тому +2

    The best film I’ve seen on Dust

  • @secret-name
    @secret-name 3 роки тому +7

    Ooh, I like the jumping between the two scenarios and having the moods of them mix together.

    • @watchdust
      @watchdust  3 роки тому +4

      We agree, the story structure and editing is amazing in this film. Thanks for watching!

  • @scottmiller6270
    @scottmiller6270 3 роки тому +2

    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.

  • @Kamalo3723
    @Kamalo3723 3 роки тому +5

    Hollywood better lookout!
    Braddahs and Sistahs on the move!
    Good to spock this one!

  • @alancombo06
    @alancombo06 3 роки тому +2

    So much emotional feelings in this film, enjoyed it😎

  • @flappy7373
    @flappy7373 3 роки тому +1

    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!

  • @kevatut23
    @kevatut23 3 роки тому +7

    Forty-one years on Maui. So happy to see this. Expanding cultural horizons for my favorite storytelling. Kudos and Mahalo

  • @yugotime1598
    @yugotime1598 3 роки тому +9

    Neat. Don't see many sci-fi stories based out of Hawaii.

  • @annschrimsher5183
    @annschrimsher5183 3 роки тому +2

    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!

  • @kingwillie206
    @kingwillie206 3 роки тому +5

    The family depicted in the film is beautiful!

  • @robertmcclory179
    @robertmcclory179 3 роки тому +6

    Damn it, you got a tear from me. Well done

  • @KevinMacaringue
    @KevinMacaringue 2 роки тому

    I shed tears. What an amazing sci-fi drama, yet so real and brave and steeped in tradition. Every actor was perfectly on-point.

  • @darkhound6461
    @darkhound6461 3 роки тому +12

    The thumbnail was enough to tell the work behind the team. Visual masterpiece.

  • @Failte630
    @Failte630 3 роки тому

    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.

  • @user-td1zo3tv9p
    @user-td1zo3tv9p 3 роки тому +4

    I have missed these short films but glad I have found them again.
    As always, EXCELLENT!
    Thank you.

  • @geoffgesell5385
    @geoffgesell5385 3 роки тому +7

    Nice tear jerker. Definitely hit the father son button 😢👍

  • @HighMXHubby
    @HighMXHubby 3 роки тому +4

    Awesome, just awesome!!! Thank you!

  • @pasdavoine
    @pasdavoine 3 роки тому +1

    One of the best films I've seen on Dust. Beautiful and deep.

  • @erikries
    @erikries 3 роки тому +6

    Great job Mitchel! Way to go team 'Ohina!!!

  • @AnthonyMiyazaki
    @AnthonyMiyazaki 3 роки тому +5

    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!

  • @N.E.U.R.O
    @N.E.U.R.O 3 роки тому +3

    This story is so human, beautiful

  • @dc5grl
    @dc5grl 3 роки тому +3

    Aloha! so glad to see Hawaiian themes, so unexpected, so good...Mahalo nui!

  • @bbotelhoHI
    @bbotelhoHI 3 роки тому +18

    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.

  • @rps714
    @rps714 3 роки тому +2

    Haven't watched dust in a while.... Glad I came back to this one. 👍👍

  • @drsingingeagle
    @drsingingeagle 2 роки тому

    Finally some more diversity in DUST! I love the Hawaiian actors and cultural references.

  • @jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal
    @jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal 3 роки тому +4

    Amazing, felt the sentiments. Thank you.

  • @TheGameCache
    @TheGameCache 3 роки тому +1

    Now thats how you tell a story. Well done to the team behind this.

  • @arnoldsherrill6305
    @arnoldsherrill6305 3 роки тому +10

    This one hurts for all the right reasons.... nothing else needs to be said. If you have ever lost someone close you understand

  • @14000091
    @14000091 3 роки тому +2

    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

  • @qwipperty
    @qwipperty 3 роки тому +3

    Beautiful film. Wonderful story, the acting, the dialog, the scenery...perfect. Amazing work by everyone on the team.

  • @Flashjan1
    @Flashjan1 3 роки тому +3

    Excellent short! Great acting, editing and soundtrack. Thank you.

  • @arshthescene
    @arshthescene 3 роки тому +2

    Omg the ending + credits gave me goosebumps! Amazing job

  • @d.michaelpratt5987
    @d.michaelpratt5987 3 роки тому +2

    Very nice. Science fiction with a heart. Here is to our Hawaiian brothers and sisters!

  • @GDeNofa
    @GDeNofa 3 роки тому +7

    Amazing short. Both visually and story wise. Great cinematic scenes and score too. It’s hard to make a short to have your heart invested in the characters. And my God, that ending was soul splitting yet beautiful. Well done!

  • @kkmardigrce
    @kkmardigrce 3 роки тому +1

    Loved the movie. Thank you for showing it on Dust, otherwise I'd probably never get to see it.

  • @brent73rn
    @brent73rn 3 роки тому +2

    Wow was not expecting to get that emotional. That’s great scifi. Futuristic but grounded with amazing character development.

  • @shev7ta259
    @shev7ta259 3 роки тому +2

    Just fantastic. I hope live many years to see other civilization in other world/universe. It's my dream

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk 3 роки тому +8

    Excellent: great script and performances.

  • @xeniosaias
    @xeniosaias 3 роки тому +3

    Now that was damn good!

  • @lei3206
    @lei3206 3 роки тому +4

    Couldn’t take our eyes off the screen! Amazing work Mitchel! 🌌🥳

  • @Kramilenko
    @Kramilenko 3 роки тому +4

    Absurdly fantastic.....

  • @vivianscircle
    @vivianscircle 3 роки тому +1

    The talent in this is too good for Hollywood. Outstanding work!

  • @velvetwinston4053
    @velvetwinston4053 3 роки тому +6

    Such a great movie. So touching and reminds me that family can be home, and in it recovery from pain can be had with love && patience.

  • @marcdenton2996
    @marcdenton2996 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent quality production & script. Wise choice of actors.

  • @troyclark6349
    @troyclark6349 Рік тому

    That was absolutely beautiful. Dust is my go-to for great productions, absolutely everything I've seen has been a masterpiece.

  • @TimmyMoza
    @TimmyMoza 3 роки тому +4

    Superb! Well done. Loved the connections and personal levels. Thank you.

  • @nishanaero
    @nishanaero 3 роки тому +3

    Amazing . Simply amazing. This has got to be the best sci-fi short I have seen. The amalgamation between the present and past is so perfect.

  • @eddiepitts
    @eddiepitts 3 роки тому +6

    This was both beautiful and heartbreaking, it was true art!

  • @kidicarus2637
    @kidicarus2637 Місяць тому

    I feel the tribute to the great Polynesian navigators and their amazing technology and fearless exploration. Space is a great backdrop for a great people.

  • @sonovivo1247
    @sonovivo1247 Рік тому

    Perfect on all levels, all domains: dialogues (human and with its AI-assistant-package), drama, emotionally, family, humanity, SF (Sci-Fi for USAmericans), especially A.I. and social.

  • @stevenwagner6247
    @stevenwagner6247 3 роки тому +2

    SINCEIAM FROM PAHOA HAWAII AND WENT TO SCHOOL THERE THIS HAS SPECIAL MEANING FOR ME. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SUCH A GREAT SHORT STORY VERY MOVING. SACRIFICE FOR KEEPING HUMANS MOVING FORWARD TO FURFIL OUR DESTINY, YES MANY TIMES THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE IS PAID. AGAIN THANKS FOR A VERY MOVING STORY AND I LOOK FORWAR TO MORE. AS THE VULCAN SAY LIVE LONG AND PROSPORE

  • @RenePauw
    @RenePauw 3 роки тому +3

    Very impressive. Beautiful in every possible way.

  • @traecummings9853
    @traecummings9853 3 роки тому +4

    Omg....
    Outstanding....
    Brilliantly done......
    Acting was superb.......
    Great job to all involved.
    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @lithlu297
    @lithlu297 3 роки тому +3

    I absolutely loved it! Dust never fails with creating amazing content. More power to the Dust team!

  • @jimpatterson5524
    @jimpatterson5524 Рік тому

    Excellent short. The interplay between memory and the present was excellent, too. This was a complete story with a beginning, a middle and an end that is what it is and requires no maybes and no guesses. These entire stories are what keep me watching this channel.