Keoni Kealoha Alvarez

Keoni Alvarez - a Hawaiian independent producer, director and writer from the islands of Hawai’i. I had the opportunity to travel the world for several years on Norwegian Cruise Line in the Broadcast department. This experience has introduced me to many different cultures, people and places.

In 1990 I started my career as a graduate of Na Leo O Hawaii Public Access Station and the WGBH Producers Academy in Boston. Through my early adulthood I always enjoyed filming my Hawaiian culture through stories, language and dance. My goal is to inspired my students to express themselves and to take pride in their culture.

KAPU: Sacred Hawaiian Burials is produced, written and directed by Keoni Kealoha Alvarez. My film projects have focused on strengthening, preserving, practicing and perpetuating Hawaiian burials.