Hands-on filmmaking for Maui’s youth.

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Summer Lab 2024

About

Hisako Film Lab is a filmmaking education organization providing hands-on instruction and resources to Maui’s youth. Our programs are designed to build foundational and in-depth film production skills, focusing on storytelling as a way to process and celebrate what makes us unique— including our personal histories, cultures, quirks, and the things we think about often but don’t regularly say out loud. Our goal is to create an accepting, fun space where young people can discover and amplify their creative voices through the powerful tools of filmmaking. 

A registered non-profit, Hisako Film Lab was founded by Maui-born-and-raised filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton, known for directing Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Local operations on Maui are directed by Brad Kester, a filmmaker and credentialed teacher who has mentored aspiring film students for over 10 years. 

We’re thrilled to support existing film and media programs both in and out of school campuses throughout Maui and also seek to fill gaps where programming isn’t currently available.

  • Destin Daniel Cretton

    FOUNDER

  • Brad Kester

    DIRECTOR

Contact

bk@hisakofilms.com

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Hisako Film Lab is a private charity recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS under Section 501(c)(3). No goods or services were provided in exchange for your donation. Please make sure to provide your up to date email address for any tax forms to be provided. Thank you for your donation!