The film industry itself was attempting to find a successful formula, and in its early years faced heavy competition from the theatre. The lower class, meanwhile, was highly fond of stage performances-oral literature for the illiterate which often loosely adapted famous novels. Greater access to education meant that the financial elite were increasingly literate, leading to a growth in the literary industry. During the period covered, the Indies was a colony in flux. The works adapted, meanwhile, were generally popular in wide society-though often best known through stage performances and adaptations. The nine producers and directors involved in adapting novels came from a variety of ethnicities. Only one author had multiple works adapted, and two novels were adapted more than once. A total of eleven films were adapted from eight novels in the Indies. Primary sources used include contemporary newspapers and novels that were adapted to film (keeping in mind that the films themselves are lost), whereas secondary sources used include journals, articles, books, and the internet. Data used is predominantly from primary and secondary sources. This study uses Weber’s concept of the social act, a rational action conducted by an individual in order to interact with society and reach a certain goal. As such, this research was conducted in order to better understand the origins of this phenomenon and the earliest considerations in making the social act. The adaptation process from this period is little understood, yet important for understanding the history of screen adaptations, which are quickly becoming the most lucrative type of film in Indonesia. Krugers and ended in 1942-before the Japanese occupation-with the adaptation of Siti Noerbaja by Lie Tek Swie. Part of a series of events, the Festival of Hope for Families events help provide needed supplies, resources, screenings, and family friendly activities to those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic."This study discusses the social act of adapting films from novels, as found in the Dutch East Indies, where this phenomenon began in 1927 with the adaptation of Eulis Atjih by G. Hundreds of families across Oahu, Maui, Kauai and Hawaii Island took part in Saturday’s event. The Festival of Hope, held in Hilo at the Nani Mau Restaurant &Garden, featured drive-through booths where groceries, chef-prepared meal kits, Community Resource Kits, PPE items and advice, and educational resources were distributed. Lokahi Kits also include educational materials and a pack of Hoo Wala Au – Talk Story Cards, which include a range of questions for parents and children alike with the goal of sparking conversation and bringing families closer together.Īttendees also received a CFS Family Lokahi Kit, which includes items purchased and donated by local organizations and businesses, like children’s books by local authors, card games, activity books, parenting and family resources, stress relief ideas, and hotline information. “We’ve held nine events on five islands since the pandemic began and we’re honored to partner with the GCA to put on this multi-location extravaganza and greatly expand our impact. Not only does the Festival give out meals and activities for kids, but it gives our caring staff a chance to check in with the community and connect with those in need of our services. As the stress of the holiday season, distance learning, and job insecurity continue to weigh on us all, we can now support even more people across the state, with the generous support of the GCA,” said Karen Tan, CFS president and CEO.Įach year, the GCA selects an organization to donate to and this year Child and Family Service’s Festival of Hope was selected. “In order to sponsor these events, our generous members stepped forward during this challenging time and donated as companies and individuals to exceed our $100,000 fundraising goal. I would also like to recognize the Hawaii Island Contractors Association and its members for their contributions to this campaign. Throughout the pandemic, our industry kept building Hawaii as an essential service, and we’re also committed to building strong, resilient families,” said Leslie Isemoto, 2020 president of the GCA.
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