Set in the mythic landscapes of French Polynesia, “Aito Hine” follows a young heroine as she awakens to her culture, ancestors, and the power of her lineage. Directed by Krysten Resnick and choreographed by Tehani Robinson, this short dance film celebrates the spiritual force of ‘Ori Tahiti as both personal rite and cultural inheritance. An all-women troupe performs against natural backdrops, weaving movement and environment into a unified story of emergence, resilience, and ancestral pride. Aito Hine is both a cinematic gift and a call to uplift indigenous voices and the power of women worldwide.
“Aito Hine” received the 2025 SFDFF award for Cinematography. The jury was swept away by the grand scope and powerful images of the young woman’s journey of discovery that lingered long after the film’s conclusion. Choreographer Tehani Robinson and director Krysten Resnick have created a gorgeous film that uplifts both women and indigenous voices.
