A Stranded Astronaut Production
Directed by Laurel Tamayo
On August 8th, 2023, Lahaina, Maui experienced a devastating wildfire, resulting in the loss of over 100 lives. 2,200 structures were destroyed, including the multigenerational Tamayo Family Home. Director Laurel Tamayo shares her family's story through this personal glimpse into the hours, days, and year after the Lahaina wildfire.
Many have seen the shocking images and videos from the destruction of the Lahaina fire, but as news stories slow down many survivors are living in uncertainty. This award-winning documentary highlights the personal stories of Lahaina survivors, how a community finds strength and resilience through healing, and what it means to rebuild with care for the people and planet at the forefront.
IMPACT PILLARS
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Support the Lahaina Wildfire Survivors
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Reduce Stigma Around Mental Health & Natural Disasters
Encourage Global Climate Resilience
HOST A COMMunity screening
Resources
Upcoming screenings
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When: September 24th
Where: Climate Imaginarium
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When: September 17th
Where: Parks Project Culver City
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When: September 13th
Where: Punahou School
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When: September 11th
Where: Capitol Modern
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When: August 8th @ 8pm, August 10th @ 3:45pm, August 12th @ 8pm
Where: Babylon Kino Berlin
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When: June 11th @ 5:30 PM
Where: Fuzz Box Productions
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When: June 5th @ 7PM
Where: Patagonia New York SoHo
Fundraiser for Maui Medic Healers Hui
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When: June 2nd @ 7PM
Where: Patagonia Chicago Fulton Market
Fundraised for Lahaina Community Land Trust
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When: May 17th @ 3:30-5:30PM
Where: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
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When: May 16th @ 11AM
Where: Fuller Theological Seminary
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When: May 3rd @ 11AM
Where: Japanese American National Museum Democracy Center
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When: April 22nd @ 6PM
Where: Lumiere Music Hall, Beverly Hills, CA
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When: December 7th @ 12PM
Where: Downtown Independent, Los Angeles
*LA Premiere!
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When: November 2nd @ 12PM
Where: Kahilu Theater
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When: October 23rd @ 6PM
Where: Lanai Theater at Hale Keaka
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When: October 19th @ 3PM
Where: Maui Arts & Cultural Center
*The MACC will be collecting donations for those impacted by the fires.
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When: October 13th @ 6:15PM
Where: Patagonia Honolulu
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When: October 10th @ 3PM
Where: Consolidated Theaters Kahala
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When: October 8th @ 6PM
Where: Consolidated Theaters Kahala
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When: September 12th @ 7PM
Where: Parks Project Discovery Center
Past screenings
In the press
Hawai’i News Now:
Documenting the loss of her family’s home, Hawaii filmmaker elevates the voices of Lahaina.
— Emily Cristobal, Hawai’i News Now
Maui Now:
Hawai‘i International Film Festival returns to Maui with six feature films and documentaries, selection of short films.
— Maui Now
Teen Vogue:
Lahaina Wildfire in Maui Is the Subject of Activist Laurel Tamayo’s New Documentary.
— Anya Kamenetz, Teen Vogue
University of Hawai’i News:
Personal tragedy fuels HIFF film on Maui community resilience, disaster preparedness.
— University of Hawai’i News
Connect with us
healinglahainafilm@gmail.com