"Princess Kaiulani"

In 1888, Hawai'i is a paradise on the brink of civil unrest under the malevolent influence of a rebel party with links to the American government. The tide has turned against the long-incumbent royal family, among whom is the beautiful Princess Ka'iulani. Scarcely 13 years old, she is separated from her family and homeland and sent to a place that couldn’t be more different from Hawai'i - Victorian England. Coming to terms with her fate, Ka'iulani undergoes a harsh education that equips her with a sense of duty and honor. What's more, she falls in love with a spirited young Englishman. Emerging from childhood and inspired by blossoming romance, Ka'iulani realizes she must end the injustices suffered by her people. She sets off to meet President Grover Cleveland to prove that she and her people are not the barbarians portrayed by the American press. Based on the true story, "Princess Kaiulani" is an inspiring romance about an unlikely heroine and her unwavering fight to defend the independence of her people.

The film was written and directed by Marc Forby and stars Q'orianka Kilcher, Barry Pepper and Will Patton. This independent feature film was financed by Island Film Group and co-produced with Matador Pictures and Trailblazer Films.