The Bottle Imp

The Bottle Imp follows Lopaka, a poor Hawaiian fisherman who seeks to marry Kokua, a girl of royal lineage. To win her father's approval, Lopaka must retrieve two feather cloaks from a rare bird. His quest leads him to a dying priest of Pele, who offers him a wishing bottle containing Kono, the god of volcanos.

This silent film features a cast that includes Sessue Hayakawa and Lehua Waipahu, among others. The film's themes of desire and consequence resonate throughout as Lopaka navigates the challenges of love and ambition. As part of the silent film era, it captures a unique storytelling style that appeals to collectors interested in early cinema and adaptations of literary works.