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Finding ʻOhana is a 2021 American family adventure film [1] by Jude Weng in her directorial debut and written by Christina Strain. The film stars Kea Peahu, Alex Aiono, Lindsay Watson, Owen Vaccaro and Kelly Hu. It premiered on Netflix on January 29, 2021.
Jan 29, 2021 · Finding 'Ohana takes that premise and layers it into a good-natured tale of cultural identity, family ties, and swashbuckling adventure. The action is spearheaded by four young actors who look like they're having a ball playing the outspoken Pili, big brother Ioane, sensitive Casper, and kind Hana.
- Kea Peahu, Alex Aiono, Kelly Hu
- Jude Weng
- Netflix
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Movie: Finding Ohana Rating: PG Genre: Adventure, Family, Comedy Age suggested : 8 and up Release Date: January 29th, 2021 Streaming Service: Netflix Themes: Family, Friendships, geocaching, adventure Warnings: Death of a parent, medical ailments of family members, light crude humor, mild violence and peril
When her grandfather has a heart attack, Pili and her family travel to Hawaii to take care of him. Pili, who loves geocaching, finds out about a treasure on the island that her grandfather may have a map to. This leads Pili, along with her brother and friends, on a grand adventure filled with betrayal, spirits, and treasure.
*Light Spoilers Ahead- Finding ‘Ohana Parent Review* -Is Finding Ohana appropriate?-
Finding Ohana does have some scary sequences (including skeletons, spider bites, perilous situations). There is also some mild crude humor (mostly between the main character and her older brother). Overall, this movie should be fine for most kids over the age of 8.
-Plot/Story of Finding Ohana-
Finding Ohana starts off as a seemingly straightforward family drama as we follow Pili and her family visiting Hawaii. It takes a very fun twist as Pili’s love of geocaching takes her to a much grander adventure. This leads to a hunt for an infamous treasure. Some of the funniest scenes of the movie are Pili and Casper recreating historical moments. This ultimately leads to a sacred tomb with night watchers, and the most emotional part of the movie. There are several subplots going on. Ioane...
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The story revolves around Pili as she brings her brother and two friends, Casper and Hana, along with her on a grand treasure adventure. She is a very fun and passionate kid who is excited about a new adventure. Her relationship with her brother starts off a little rough, but throughout the journey, their relationship gets much closer. Casper and Hana add a lot of great depth to the story. Casper is a boy who is consistently positive and trying to find the siliver lining. He plays off the moo...
Have you ever done any geocaching? If not, are you more interested in it now?Which character did you like the most and why?Have you ever looked into your family history? If so, what did you find out? (this is a good opportunity to share family stories)What is the prettiest place you have ever been? Would you ever want to visit Hawaii?Jan 29, 2021 · “Finding ‘Ohana” begins with an exhilarating opening sequence as Pili (likeable newcomer Kea Peahu) races a bicycle through Brooklyn. She is geocaching, a GPS-guided treasure hunt that’s like an escape room outdoors.
Finding 'Ohana. A summer in rural O‘ahu takes an exciting turn for two Brooklyn-raised siblings when a journal pointing to long-lost treasure sets them on an epic adventure with new friends, and leads them to reconnect with their Hawaiian heritage.
- (12K)
- Action, Adventure, Comedy
- Jude Weng
- 2021-01-29
Jan 29, 2021 · Netflix's Finding 'Ohana Review. Summer fun has come early with a rollicking family-friendly adventure! Finding 'Ohana is now streaming exclusively on Netflix. Hey, you GUUUUUYS! If you...
Jan 29, 2021 · Finding ‘Ohana Ending: Why Do Pili, Casper, and Hana Leave the Treasure Behind? Ioane agrees to help his sister find the treasure because he knows that it will help them eradicate the financial issues that the family has been having recently and will get him back to Brooklyn.
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