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The Islands

(2019)

Chey v. Hawaii Film Office

the islands 2019 film
Plaintiff/Filmmaker Tim Chey is a devout Christian and alleges he was thoroughly sabotaged by a core group of bigoted, and quite vicious people, who disavow Christianity in Hawaii. Chey claims this group denied his faith based film The Islands the 20% budget rebate, which the Film Office gives to all filmmakers — because of the film’s content. Plaintiff seeks $100 million in punitive damages.

Judgment: Plaintiff dropped case after receiving the full 20% rebate.

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