OCEAN DRIVEN with cast & crew Q&A!

Director: Nadia Tarlow

A gripping odyssey that tracks the true-life development of South African big wave surfer Chris Bertish, whose single-minded pursuit of his dreams and refusal to let seemingly insurmountable obstacles stand in the way, culminate in the world’s premier big wave surfing competition at Mavericks. Moments after nearly drowning, Bertish takes the world by storm in the largest waves ever seen there. Ocean Driven is a story of overcoming obstacles and channeling fear into strength, empowering viewers to never give up in pursuit of their dreams.

THE PACIFIC WAYFARER

Director: Dylan Maranda

An ambitious journey to capture the raw human spirit that is displayed daily in the Canadian surf scene. This short documentary follows Michael Darling, a surfing veteran, in a day of his life, traversing the Canadian outback to hit a hidden reef slab off the coast of Juan de Fuca.

THE WINTER SURF

Director: Donggi Kim

"The Winter Surf" is a film shot in South Korea in winter 2014. Directed, filmed and edited by a few dedicated surfers, the film’s vision is to showcase surfing in Korea.

MAKING MY OWN BOARD

Director: Dylan Pegg

14-year-old surfer/filmmaker/photographer Dylan Pegg's school project was to design and construct his own surfboard. This film, with shots by and of Dylan, shows the process from conception to surfing the board.

EL CHINO

Director: Max Esposito

Jon "El Chino" Wong would be next up in the four-generation Chinese lineage of Sun Sun Co., the oldest grocery store and wholesaler in Boston's Chinatown. A lifetime of working for his father and uncle - endlessly stacking boxes and loading trucks while doing deliveries aroudn New England - has worn on him and he breaks away from the faily business to create a career shaping surfboards.

BRAINWORK: ANTHONY TASHNICK

Director: Kyle Buthman

Santa Cruz's Anthony Tashnick is unapologetically a grom in a man's body. Here we get to peek into his thoughts, his ambitions, as well as a taste of his Mavs dexterity. He shapes blanks with his driveway (not on... with), wants to hot-dog the XXL stuff, and even tries tail-sliding a five-inch thick 10'8" twin-fin... at Mavs. He won the Mavs event back in 2005, but now his singular goal is to show everyone "how much fun surfing really can be".

STRANGE RUMBLINGS IN SHANGRI-LA

Director: Joe G.

A mix of high performance surfing and stunning cinematography that documents an unforgettable worldwide journey in search of surfing’s own Holy Grail. From the frigid waters of Iceland to the tropical beauty of Mozambique. From dreamy French beach breaks to exotic islands off the coast of Brazil, and into deepest Indonesia. Shot on Super 16mm film and created in the spirit of the classic films by Bruce Brown and Jacques Cousteau, Strange Rumblings in Shangri La will take you on an adventure you won’t soon forget.

UNCHARTED WATERS

Director: Craig Griffin

Uncharted Waters tells the amazing story of legendary Australian surfer Wayne Lynch. From his emergence as a groundbreaking surf prodigy to his dominance in big waves with a small board, rising to the top during the early days of professional contests, Lynch's surfing will amaze. But what makes the film doubly compelling is its unflinching examination of Lynch's maverick approach to life. At the height of his success he rejected the attention and rewards, preferring massive empty waves in his beloved Southern Ocean to any contest. His rebellious nature led him even further, into years living as an outlaw, on the run from conscription and the Vietnam War. The film takes a hard look at this incredible pioneer and icon of the true spirit of surf.

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FAROES: THE OUTPOST VOL 02

Directors: Ben Weiland and Chris Burkard

In the middle of the North Atlantic, a cluster of 18 jagged islands comprises the Faroe Islands. Dane Gudauskas, Justin Quintal, Sam Hammer, Tyler Warren, Chris Burkard, and Ben Weiland attempt to unravel a coastline of dramatic fjords and plunging waterfalls in search of perfect waves. They spend two weeks exploring the islands, living in seaside cottages and becoming acquainted with stunning scenery and the strange and ancient customs of a nation founded by vikings. Cast: Chris Burkard, Dane Gudauskas, Sam Hammer, Tyler Warren, Justin Quintal & Elli Thor Magnussen