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Hawaiian Pop Musician Don Ho Gets Documentary Treatment From ‘Superpower’ Director Aaron Kaufman (EXCLUSIVE)
A documentary following the life of Hawaiian musician Don Ho is in production from "Superpower" director Aaron Kaufman.
Verdi Productions and Public School are producing the film, which follows Ho’s life as a pop artist who was one of the first Pacific Islanders to garner fame after Hawaii gained statehood. He also had his own variety show on ABC from 1976 through 1977, “The Don Ho Show.” The film will feature never-before-seen footage of the musician, along with interviews with his family, friends, associates and various celebrities, according to producer Chad Verdi. According to the film’s logline, “The documentary delves into the epic story of this unlikely show business sensation, exploring the formation of our 50th state, organized crime, corruption, polygamy, politics, a heist orchestrated to steal a superstar’s legacy, and the destruction of the country’s collective fantasy.
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