Overview

The Dolphin Quest Documentary is a short film produced in collaboration with The Kahala Hotel & Resort — one of Hawaii's most iconic luxury properties. The film goes beyond the surface of the program to explore what actually happens between trainers and dolphins every day: the patience, the trust, and the quiet language that develops between two very different species.

Approach

Shot entirely on-site at the Dolphin Lagoon at The Kahala, the film combines intimate trainer interviews, environmental soundscapes, and natural light cinematography to create something that feels more like a portrait than a promotional piece. The goal was never to make a marketing video. It was to make something honest.

Highlights

• Location: The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Honolulu, Hawaii
• Type: Short Documentary
• Format: 4K · Natural Light · Handheld Cinematic
• Camera: Sony FX3 + Sony A7 III
• Audio: DJI Mic Mini 2
• Duration: ~6 minutes

Status

This project is currently in production. Expected release: 2026.