Lava
Overview
Inspired by the isolated beauty of tropical islands and the explosive allure of ocean volcanoes, Lava is a musical love story that takes place over millions of years.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
As a short film produced by Pixar Animation Studios, Lava is a tribute to Hawaiian culture, showcasing elements such as Hawaiian music, mythology, and language. The story is set on the Big Island of Hawaii, with characters inspired by ancient volcano gods.
- Offers a unique, musical exploration of Hawaiian culture and traditions.
- Features beautiful animation and catchy original songs that celebrate love and unity.
- Tells an engaging and heartwarming story about finding connection across distances and differences.
- Presents a visually stunning portrayal of the Hawaiian Islands' natural beauty.
Fun Facts
- The song 'Lava' was written, composed, and performed by Kuana Torres Kahele, a native Hawaiian musician.
- In addition to English subtitles, the film includes optional subtitles in Hawaiian language.
- Director James Ford Murphy originally wrote and pitched the story of Lava back in 2007 as a possible musical short for the feature film 'WALL-E'.
Available Languages
English
US
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Español
ES
Title: Lava
"Un Corto de James Ford Murphy"
Français
FR
Title: Lava
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Português
PT
Title:
"I Lava You"
Italiano
IT
Title: Lava
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Deutsch
DE
Title: Lava
"Lava, Animation, Vulcano, Vulkan"
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LAVA | Pixar's 'Lava' Preview - Disney Pixar Short Film | Official Disney UK