Hawaii Pacific Entertainment Announces Hawaii Kai Towne Center's East End Hot Rod Car Show Saturday, July 23

Come out for an evening of classic car and ono food. The Hawaii Kai Towne Center is hosting it's 3rd Annual Hot Rod Car Show with the state's biggest selection of classic cars. - July 18, 2011

Hawaii Pacific Entertainment is Proud to Announce Local Film One Voice Will Hit Theaters Internationally and in Hawaii

The 100% Locally Funded, Locally Produced Documentary Opens in Theaters August 6 in Japan & August 26 in Hawaii. - July 18, 2011

The Miss Hawaii Organization Presents Lauren Cheape as Miss Hawaii 2011

On Saturday, June 4 Miss East Oahu Lauren Cheape was crowned this year's new Miss Hawaii 2011. Cheape won over the crowd with a hula and jump rope performance, and pulled hearts with her platform of C.A.R.E. Cheape's program will utilize the talents and gifts of college athletes to encourage the youth of today to stay in school, stay active, and live healthy lives. - July 06, 2011

Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame Presents "Ka Himeni Ana" 27th Annual Hawaiian Music Competition (Contestant Submissions Now Being Accepted by Hawaii Pacific Entertainment)

The Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame is proud to announce the 27th Annual “Ka Himeni Ana” Hawaiian music competition on Saturday, August 27th, at the Hawaii Theatre in Honolulu. Ka Himeni Ana, founded by Richard M. Towill, features amateur Hawaiian music groups performing in the... - June 09, 2011

Documentary One Voice to Open at Hawaii International Film Festival, 10/15/10

Documentary One Voice about Kamehameha Schools Song Contest will open at Hawaii International Film Festival on Friday, October 15, 2010. - September 26, 2010

Pacific Islanders in Communication Announces Winners to Travel Giveaway Promoting ‘One Voice’ Documentary

Two local contestants have been chosen to view the documentary “One Voice” in San Diego and Hawaii supported by Pacific Islanders in Communication. Misti Pali of Aiea and Kili Mai’i, born and raised in Palolo, are the two lucky winners chosen to attend the screening of the upcoming film. Misti will be attending the San Diego Asian Film Festival and Kili will be attending the HIFF on October 15. - September 25, 2010

Hawaii International Film Festival Partners with Eurocinema Hawai'i in First Ever 'Festival Within a Festival'

The Hawaii International Film Festival (Hiff) is proud to announce a unique new partnership with EuroCinema Hawai'i. Hiff is inaugurating its first ever 'Festival within a Festival with the October 2010 launch of EuroCinema Hawai'i. EuroCinema Hawai'i will feature a special section of films,... - April 23, 2010

Hawaii International Film Festival Announces Opening Film for Spring Show Case, Film Festival Starts Friday, April 16

The Hawaii International Film Festival (Hiff) is pleased to host the Hawaii premiere of Mao’s Last Dancer as its Opening Night Film for the Spring Showcase. From acclaimed Australian director Bruce Beresford who won an Academy Award for Best Picture for Driving Miss Daisy, Mao’s Last... - March 18, 2010

Two Oscar Nominated Films Confirmed for Hawaii International Film Festival Spring Showcase, Festival Runs from April 16th ­- 22nd

The Hawaii International Film Festival (Hiff) is pleased to announce two of the first four films confirmed to screen at the 13th Annual Hiff Spring Showcase, from April 16 ­ - 22, have been nominated for Academy Awards. Ajami, a film from Israel, was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film... - March 09, 2010

Hawaii International Film Festival Hosts Official Oscar Night America Party at Royal Hawaiian Hotel

The excitement and glamour of Hollywood’s biggest night is coming to The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, A Luxury Collection Resort, on Sunday, March 7th as the Hawaii International Film Festival hosts it’s Oscar Night America party. Guests are invited to experience the thrill of the 82nd Academy... - January 18, 2010

2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Spotlights Films of the World - Hotel Renew Proudly Sponsors World Cinema

The 29th annual Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is pleased to present a talented array of films from artistic creators around the world in their World Cinema series sponsored by Hotel Renew. World Cinema offers an array of movies ranging from murder mystery to drama to claymation. This... - October 24, 2009

2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Spotlights Hong Kong Cinema - Hong Kong Cinema Sponsored by the Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office

Hong Kong cinema has helped the Chinese-speaking world become a cinematic powerhouse and this year, the Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is honored to present four outstanding examples of Hong Kong Cinema sponsored by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, which includes the centerpiece... - October 24, 2009

29th Annual Hawaii International Film Festival Honors Films from Okinawa

This year, the Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is pleased to distinguish three films shot on location on the beautiful island of Okinawa in their newest spotlight category Spotlight on Okinawa. The screenings are sponsored by Worldwide Uchinanchu Business Association (WUB), Nippon Golden... - October 24, 2009

29th Annual Hawaii International Film Festival Celebrates Films from India - the Jhamandas Watumull Fund Sponsors Spotlight on India

The 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is pleased to present Spotlight On India, sponsored by the Jhamandas Watumull Fund. - October 23, 2009

2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Spotlights Films from the Philippines L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Sponsoring Spotlight on the Philippines

This new section highlights exceptional Filipino films and shines the spotlight on several talented filmmakers from the Philippines. - October 21, 2009

2009 Hawaii International Film Festival to Honor Actress Maggie Q with Maverick Award Press Conference to be Held with Maggie Q on October 24th

The 29th annual Hawaii International Film Festival, the premier international film event in the Pacific, is honored to present and spotlight American actress and mega-star Maggie Q with its “Maverick Award.” She will receive the award before the closing night presentation of her film,... - October 19, 2009

Ride the Wave of Surf Cinema at the 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival

The Hawaii International Film Festival (Hiff) proudly brings Hawaii’s favorite and most popular pastime to the big screen in its Surf Cinema showcase, featuring big surf stars such as Rob Machado in The Drifter, and Garret McNamara and Kealii Mamala in White Thunder: Glacier Surfing. Plus,... - October 11, 2009

Parents and Kids Invited to Enjoy Family Films at the Hawaii International Film Festival

The Hawaii International Film Festival (Hiff) proudly invites moms, dads, grandparents and their children to Hiff’s Family Fest film showcase, where the entire ohana can enjoy a number of wonderful films geared just for families. If your keiki love animated films, they invite you to join two... - October 11, 2009

29th Annual Hawaii International Film Festival Presents Free Fun Film Seminars

Free Seminars Offer the Public an Array of Ways to Get Involved with HIFF. - October 11, 2009

Made in Hawaii Films Showcased at Hawaii International Film Festival Sponsored by Bank of Hawaii

Local and homegrown content is a major component of the 29th Hawaii International Film Festival. This year, Hiff is proud to recognize local filmmakers in their Made in Hawaii section sponsored by Bank of Hawaii, presenting world premieres of the best work to come from Hawaii's emerging and veteran... - October 10, 2009

Buzz Building Over 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Gala Screenings

The 29th annual Hawaii International Film Festival (Hiff) will host an array of acclaimed films in its Gala Screenings this year with some already generating Oscar-buzz, and which include the works of awe-inspiring talents such as the late Heath Ledger. Hiff is pleased to present the Hawaii... - October 10, 2009

Vote for 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Films Before Festival Starts

Oceanic Time Warner Cable Invites Subscribers to Vote from Home for Favorite Local Short Film with Video on Demand Starting Oct. 1st. - October 09, 2009

2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Proudly Promotes Green Movement

'Green Screen' Films Sponsored by Whole Foods - October 08, 2009

Japanese Films Showcased at 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival

Cinephiles ready to immerse themselves in Japanese culture have 30 films from Japanese or Japanese Diaspora filmmakers to choose from this year at the 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival (Hiff). The impressive collection of films to be screened at the 11-day festival include the world premiere... - October 08, 2009

Hawaii International Film Festival Launches New Website New Feature Includes "Schedule Genius Wizard" HIFF Film Guide Available Online September 25th

The Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is pleased to launch its brand new user-friendly website, which includes an exciting new interactive feature called the “Schedule Genius Wizard,” developed by B-SIDE, that allows moviegoers to easily organize and plan their screening... - September 30, 2009

2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Announces Final Movie Lineup Festival Runs from October 15th -25th

The 29th annual Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is set to be a whirlwind this year with the premiere of Barbarian Princess, a celebration of the hit ABC TV series LOST, and the screenings of films by master filmmakers John Woo and Tian Zhuangzhuang. Among the 170 films presented this... - September 27, 2009

Hawaii International Film Festival Partners with The Vilcek Foundation to Present American Immigrant Filmmakers on Profile

The Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is teaming up with The Vilcek Foundation to present five films in a program titled "American Immigrant Filmmakers On Profile" (AIFP). - September 26, 2009

HIFF to Unveil 2009 Program Guide & Trailer at Special Sneak Peek Screening of Award Winning Chinese Martial Arts Film ‘IP MAN’

The 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) will unveil its program guide and much-anticipated trailer at a special sneak peek screening of the martial arts biopic from China IP MAN, starring international superstar Donnie Yen. - September 21, 2009

Hawaii International Film Festival Invites Local Public & Private Schools to Attend Free Education Programs

As part of the festivities of the 29th annual Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF), students from local public and private schools are being invited to a series of free education programs hosted by the non-profit organization during the festival from October 15-25. - September 21, 2009

2009 Hawaii International Film Festival Celebrates ABC's Hit TV Series Lost

The 29th annual Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is honored to present a special “Evening with Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse,” the creative team behind Lost, in an exclusive appearance in Hawaii prior to the final season of the multiple award-winning series in January 2010. - September 20, 2009

Hawaii International Film Festival and the Vilcek Foundation Present Free Film Series in September

Films and trailers from 'American Immigrant Filmmakers on Profile' to screen on NGN Video-on-Demand Channel 680. - September 19, 2009

Hawaii International Film Festival Call for Volunteers

Volunteers are needed to assist with this year's festival from October 15-25 at Regal Dole Cannery Stadium 18 Cinemas. - September 19, 2009

Na Hoku Hanohano Awards Announces Music Lineup. This Year’s Theme of Unity Will Unite Nominees & Previous Winners.

The 2009 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards is bringing together an array of talented musicians for this year’s ceremony, which will include uniting past Na Hoku Hanohano winners with present nominees for a sensational show. “We want to make this a very special evening by entertaining our... - May 24, 2009

Hawaii International Film Festival Call for Entries! Final Deadline July 6th

The Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) is accepting entries for its Fall 2009 showcase. Films in any genre, including feature films, documentaries, short films, Hawai‘i-themed films, music videos, and student films are being accepted. Films must have been completed after January 1,... - May 23, 2009

Doll Domination to Sweep Hawaii as Pussycat Dolls Perform at Neal Blaisdell Arena

For the first time ever, the smash-hit pop group Pussycat Dolls is coming to Hawaii. Presented by Hawaii Pacific Entertainment, The Doll Domination Tour will take the stage at the Neal Blaisdell Arena on Saturday, June 13th at 8:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale Saturday, April 25. The red-hot... - April 29, 2009

American Idol Camile Velasco Wins Hawaii Music Awards' Single of the Year of Hit Song Guava Jelly

Maui’s very own American Idol, Camile Velasco, is being honored for Single of the Year at the 12th annual Hawaii Music Awards for her rendition of Bob Marley’s classic, Guava Jelly. The singer collaborated with Grammy Award winning producer Stephen Marley, the son of Bob Marley, to... - April 27, 2009

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