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We shot scenes for two films on Kaua‘i and both times we had great support and cooperation from the people of the island and the Film Commission. The first was Raiders of the Lost Ark and the second was Jurassic Park, so Kaua‘i rightfully played a role in two of the best filmmaking results we ever had.” – Steven Spielberg
Na Pali Coast
KAUA‘I, HAWAI‘I Known as the “Garden Island,” Kaua‘i is home to emerald valleys, tropical rainforests and cascading waterfalls. The Kaua‘i Film Commission is a great resource for producers and location managers who seek to capture the dramatic beauty that the island offers. The Kaua‘i Film Commission offers an abundance of resources all at your production team’s disposal, including a diverse location library, access to local production services and accommodations, and guidance on film permits.
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The Kaua‘i Film Commission is ready to support all your production team’s needs. The Film Commission assists in permits, locations and local resources. It also provides decades worth of expertise and guidance. The Kaua‘i Film Commission is a division of the County of Kaua‘i Office of Economic Development. It is also a member of the Location Managers Guild International and the Association of Film Commissioners International. FEATURED LOCATIONS Na Pali Coast Spanning 17 miles along Kaua‘i’s North Shore, the Na Pali Coast bears the same natural beauty it SITE INSPECTION
did centuries ago when Hawai‘ian settlements flourished in its deep, narrow valleys. Past its emerald-hued cliffs and lush valley floors lie beautiful beaches surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. The Napali Coast has been a popular location for blockbusters such as Jurassic Park: The Lost World (1997) and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011). Waimea Canyon Waimea Canyon spans the island’s west side and is often described as “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” The Waimea Canyon Lookout stretches 14 miles long, one mile wide and more than 3,600 feet deep. While it may not be as monumental DestinationFilmGuide.com
