HIFI- Hawaiian Islands Film Initiative

06/26/2025

Take a look at these scout photos from various West O'ahu Beaches. Recently seen in Lilo and Stitch, and to be seen in Moana.

The leeward side offers expansive beaches, clear waters, predictable surf and weather which is great for snorkeling and underwater shots.

06/24/2025

Honolulu Film Office showing off some Hawai'i productions.

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06/23/2025

ADR SERVICES ON ISLAND: Island Sound Studios

Sight & Sound Production's sister company, Island Sound Studios, is Hawaii’s premier provider for ADR recording services.

Island Sound Studios offers a quiet, acoustically treated space equipped with industry-standard gear and Source-Connect for seamless remote sessions to the mainland and beyond.

Experienced engineers have worked on working on features, TV, radio or commercial projects. Trusted by major studios and indie productions alike, we make ADR easy and efficient on island.

Island Sound Studios co-owners Bryan Spicer and Kyle Spicer and Sofar Curator Michelle Anderson guide us through this scenic recording studio and unique venu...

06/23/2025

Can't wait!

Divided islands. War on the horizon. The epic saga of Hawaiʻi's untold story.Chief of War — August 1 https://apple.co/_ChiefOfWar“Chief of War” follows the e...

06/20/2025

Kalaeloa Stages - 100,000 SF!!

The State of Hawai’i’s Kalaeloa Stages are located on the Leeward Coast of O'ahu in Kapolei, on the site of the former Barber’s Point Naval Air Station. Previously home to legendary shows like Inhumans, Jumanji: The Next Level, Magnum P.I. Reboot, Kong Skull Island, and NCIS Hawaii, the facility sits on a campus of approximately 13.57 acres, with an optional overflow parking lot of approximately 4.27 acres.

On the main campus site is a large 100,200 SF building with three (3) sound stages and production offices, and two additional large warehouses, each measuring approximately 40,000 SF for set-dec, costume, and props storage, along with a special effects space and construction mill. Kalaeloa Stages are retrofitted to accommodate one to two productions.

06/19/2025

Lilo shot 100% in Hawai'i. This is the best time in decades to shoot the islands. Our tax incentive is 22%-27% refund on nearly all expenses, with no complex applications. More local facilities, local crew and local equipment are available today than when Lilo shot. We can literally get you through prep and rolling before you even know if you would qualify for incentives in California.

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