Ori i te Mua

Ori i te Mua means to Dance Forward. This film portrays a young girl passionate about Ori Tahiti (Tahitian dance), which she learned from her mother. The young girl desires to share the love of not only the style of dance but also the love for the Polynesian culture and how it overflows into the land of Hawai'i. The young girl teaches the Ori Tahiti into her womanhood and passes it on to not only represent the traditions moving forward but also the collectiveness of the womanhood that dance has given all the Polynesian women to embrace.
Director Statement:
For the Schilling 'Ohana and Tamatea Nui 'O Lāna'i, I created this film to honor their legacy and thank them for all they do for the community of Lāna'i, a small island located in Hawai'i. They have helped and inspired many, including myself, and I wanted to thank them by creating this short film for them.
Director Biography - Lucie Reese
Lucie Reese is a 17-year-old junior in high school who has a deep-rooted passion for the art of acting, filmmaking, and dance. She currently lives on the Hawaiian island of Lāna'i and attends Lāna'i High Elementary School.
Song
"Te Here" - Nonosina
Awards
2nd Place Future Filmmakers Showcase - Hawai'i International Film Festival 'Ōpio Fest
Community Award - Lāna'i Film Festival
Special thanks to the Schilling 'Ohana, Tamatea Nui 'O Lāna'i, and to all who contributed.

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Just lovely 🥰