Set in the late 19th century, 'Moloka'i' tells the poignant tale of Rachel Kalama, a young Hawaiian girl with boundless dreams of exploring the world like her father. But at seven years old, a fateful leprosy diagnosis irrevocably changes her trajectory, leading to her relocation to Kalaupapa, a secluded leper colony. Amid loss and separation from her family, Rachel's spirit remains unbroken as she forms a new circle of friends who become her chosen family. Her journey through sorrow and joy illuminates the human capacity for resilience and celebrates the indomitable strength of the human spirit amidst a rich backdrop of Hawaiian culture and mythology.