Carlos Burle
Kalani: Gift from Heaven
For the past 3 years, filmmaker Nuno Dias has been busy capturing the life of one of the most enigmatic phenomenons of the Big wave Scene, Kalani Lattanzi. Filmed in Nazaré and Rio de Janeiro, this documentary portrays Brazilian waterman Kalani Lattanzi's route, all the way from his origins and first contact with the ocean in Brazil, to Nazaré in Portugal, where ultimately, with only with his body and a pair of fins, no vests, no boards or jets, he faces the biggest waves in the world, in the most pure form of wave riding: bodysurf.The film counts with the participation and testimonies of some of the biggest names in the big wave scene, including names like Garrett McNamara, Andrew Cotton, Ross Clarke- Jones, Maya Gabeira, Lucas Chumbo.Featuring unreleased big wave imagery of Nazaré, including historic footage of the biggest waves ever attempted by a bodysurfer. The result is enriched by a variety of different angles in what is a particularly difficult sport to capture on camera.
100 Foot Surfing Days
All men are made of water. If they leak out, they die. 100 Foot Surfing Days is a surfing film showcasing some of the biggest waves ever ridden. Also included are interviews with the surfers willing to risk it all for the ride of a lifetime. This is a documentary focusing on the big wave legends. The style of the film is short interviews and mellow music with heart stopping big wave footage from Jaws and Mavericks. Music by Sonder Saloon.
Chris Bertish: Ocean Driven
The true-life story about champion big wave surfer Chris Bertish, who overcomes huge obstacles and his own fears to never lose sight of his dreams. The film tracks Chris Bertish’s unsponsored odyssey over 15 years as he grows into a highly skilled and fearless waterman. From the rugged coastline of South Africa to giant waves around the globe, Bertish was at the forefront of big-wave surfing, paddling into newer and larger waves than most had thought possible. His single-minded pursuit of his dreams and refusal to let seemingly insurmountable obstacles stand in the way, culminates with an invite to Mavericks, the world's premiere big wave surfing competition in Half Moon Bay California in 2010. Moments after nearly drowning, Bertish takes the world by storm in the largest waves ever seen there. Featuring gritty, authentic never-before-seen footage, legendary big wave surfers, and breathtaking images. Ocean Driven is a fast-paced film that redefines possible, motivates viewers to overcome fear and to never give up. It's a universal story of growth, struggles and the unique environments that empower us.