Paradise has a lead foot—discover the 100-year secret world of Hawaiian hot rodding.
Generations of vibrant racing communities have flourished in Hawai'i since the arrival of the first automobiles and motorcycles at the turn of the 20th century. Follow Mark Hanson, Psychology Professor and lifelong island "gearhead," as he explores the history, people and passion of the uniquely gracious speed culture that has been evolving in Hawai‘i for over a century.
Direction
Two directors, one love letter to island subculture.
Production
Rare archival footage of pre-statehood racing glory.
Writing
Psych professor narrator: unexpected, warm, wise.
Director
Mark Hanson
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Hawaiian hot rodding emerged from plantation workers modifying surplus military vehicles post-WWII, creating a hybrid culture distinct from mainland American racing.
Mark Hanson spent 15 years interviewing elders before filming, capturing stories that disappeared as that generation passed. The 'untold' in the title is literal truth, not marketing.
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