As The Water Darkens

2022 · 19 min · Science Fiction

A weaver navigates between survival and her connection to the land while a mysterious rash grows on her body. While working as a cleaner, she becomes entranced by a mysterious painting and learns it is inspired by a Hawaiian creation story. As her rash worsens, she realizes her drinking water has been poisoned by fuel leaking into the island’s watersheds, and undergoes a major transformation.

Director: Tiare Ribeaux
Writers: Sebastian Galasso, Tiare Ribeaux
Released: November 4, 2022
Language: English

Cast

Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers
Kunawai
Nanea Lum
The Artist / Kia'i
Kālikopuanoaheaokalani Aiu
Guardian / Kia'i
Sean Sugitan Childers
Guardian #2
Jasmine Reiko Healy
Guardian #3
Sarah Kamakawiwo'ole
The Friend
Jamal Mamalias
Groundskeeper / Eʻepa
Puakea Nogelmeier
Bus Public Service Announcement (voice)
Sancia Miala Shiba
Hala Picker #2
Josh Tengan
Hala Picker #1

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