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 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

1

Support the Lahaina Wildfire Survivors

2

Reduce Stigma Around Mental Health & Natural Disasters

3

Encourage Global Climate Resilience

Resources

  • When: September 12th @ 7PM

    Where: Parks Project Discovery Center

  • When: October 8th @ 6PM

    Where: Consolidated Theaters Kahala

    Tickets: bit.ly/hlhiff

  • When: October 10th @ 3PM

    Where: Consolidated Theaters Kahala

    Tickets: bit.ly/hlhiff

  • When: October 13th @ 6:15PM

    Where: Patagonia Honolulu

    Tickets: bit.ly/hlpatagonia

  • When: October 19th @ 3PM

    Where: Maui Arts & Cultural Center

    Tickets: bit.ly/hlmaui

    *The MACC will be collecting donations for those impacted by the fires.

  • When: October 23rd @ 6PM

    Where: Lanai Theater at Hale Keaka

    Tickets: bit.ly/hllanai

  • When: November 2nd @ 12PM

    Where: Kahilu Theater

    Tickets: bit.ly/hlkahilu

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

HIFF44 Interview:

Q&A with Laurel Tamayo, Director of HEALING LAHAINA

— Amia Voluntad, HIFF Blog

Connect with us

healinglahainafilm@gmail.com

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