Luna Spirit of the Whale

Inspired by a true event, Luna Spirit of the Whale shares a story of how Mike Maquinna becomes the Chief of the Mowachaht-Muchalaht First Nations Band with the help of an orphaned orca named Luna.

Mike has not been home for 5 years since he left. He is only back for his father's wake, not realising his return signify the beginning of a new challenge for him. He has refused to follow the family tradition and has been running away from home to find his identity and life path.

Luna starts to appear in Golden River of Vancouver Island soon after Mike's father passing. Several attempts have been made to lead Luna out of the harbour but she returns each time. The Band believes that Luna embodies the spirit of their late Chief and feel strongly that they should keep the orca in the harbour.

On the other hand, the fisheries are trying to deport Luna under the pretext of reuniting the orphan with his pod. The struggle captures the attention of TV stations. Mike finds his path and meaning to his origin as he leads his people through the spiritual and political controversy to save Luna.

Rating: 4 out of 5 fairy clouds. A low budget film this may be, yet it captured my heart and it captured my attention. The fight for freedom for Luna has led to the new personal growth for Mike Maquinna which is pretty amazing. It isn't always that easy to find your life path or have the courage to face it. I salute the Mowachaht-Muchalaht First Nations Band for their belief and spirit.