Hawaii film director Isaac Halasima is headed to New York’s Palladium for the News and Documentary Emmy® Awards, along with the producers and cast of “Waterman”.

The program has received a nomination for Outstanding Historical Documentary.

The film explores the journey of Duke Kahanamoku as an Olympic swimmer, trailblazer, and father of modern-day surfing. Cast member and 11-time World Surf League champion Kelly Slater says “This movie brings everyone up to speed with the importance Duke played not only for surfing, but in the community at large in a time when people of color were rarely celebrated. His kindness and humility shone through some tough times in history, and he inspired people with his character, kindness and larger than life persona.”