Surf Film Recommendation 

"Over the Undertow | A New Zealand Women's Surfing Film"  (16 mins)

featuring Ava Henderson, Brie Bennett, Gabi Paul, and Liv Haysom

A film by Cassia Walton and Lauren Crerar

Over The Undertow follows the journey of four top young female surfers embarking on a surf trip across the North Island of New Zealand (Aotearoa), while they anecdote and relate over their shared experiences in surfing. The film challenges perspectives and assumptions of women’s limits in surfing, whilst also highlighting how far women’s surfing has progressed, and encouraging a future generation of female surfers. 

Surf Film Recommendation 

"WASHED"  | A Quicksilver Film ( 29 mins)

featuring Wright, Colapinto, Vaast, Bunch, Walsh, Igarashi, Cleland, Slabb, Mignot, Nieblas, Waida, Montes, and Vaughan

Two years of swells chases by Quiksilver team's best. 

Surf Book Recommendation 

"The Surf House" by Lucy Clarke (391 pages)

The Surf House, is a sun-soaked thriller set in an expat community of surfers in Morocco where deadly secrets threaten to breach the surface.  High on the cliffs of Morocco, far from the city lights and the souks, stands The Surf House: a sanctuary for travelers chasing sunshine and waves. But the idyll hides a dark mystery. Somewhere inside The Surf House lies the truth—but there’ll be a price for uncovering it.

Surf Film Recommendation

"Onboard and Christenson Surfboards Presents: The Lost Art of Keeping A Secret"  (14:52 mins)

featuring Tom Carrol, Beau Cram, Aritz aranburu, Oscar Langburne

Surfers explore remote locations and uncover hidden waves. The journey reveals the thrill of finding uncrowded surf breaks. 

Surf Documentary Recommendation

"Faherty X Surf Ghana" by Cameron Staunton  (9:49 mins)

Surf Ghana is a surf and skate collective based in Busua, a fishing village in Ghana.  Documentary takes a look at the surf and skate culture in the region which has grown into a movement rooted in empowerment, education and community.

Surf Film Recommendation

"Pond | A Longboard Surf Film" by Cameron Staunton  (17:41 mins)

featuring Tosh Tudor, Izzy Henshall, and Jack McKenzie

This longboard surf film captures a road trip down the east coast of Australia. 

Surf Film Recommendation

"Hometown Hype: Haleiwa" featuring Mason Ho, Jamie OʻBrien, Jon Pyzel, Rosie Jauffurs, and others

Directed by Connor Trimble

The North Shore of Oahu is the Mecca of the surf world, but it expands far beyond waves to include shapers, skaters, lifeguards, kite surfers, taro farmers and local residents.  The sense of community is so strong and Haleiwa Town is a place where world champions are decided and surfing legends are made. Itʻs a place where respect is earned, not given.  

Film premiere is November 20th at Haleiwa Distilling Company. After premiere, film can be seen online at The Inertia website.

'Iolani Surf Team Highlight Reel

Highlights from California Surf Trip

(4 mins 25 seconds)

Surf Book Recommendation

"Epic Surf Breaks of the World" by Lonely Planet (328 pages)

Explore the world’s most thrilling waves with Epic Surf Breaks of the World. Whatever your surfing ability, you’re sure to find the perfect break in this quintessential guide that features first-person stories from surf writers all across the globe accompanied by a series of stunning photographs, maps and beautiful illustrations.

Surf Film Recommendation

"YETI Presents | Beyond Sunset" featuring Emi Erickson, Roger Erickson, and others.

(25 mins)

This is the story of Emi Erickson charging 15 to  20-foot waves, wipeouts at Jaws and Wamea, and recovery from injuries.  Father Roger Erickson a legend in his own right on the North Shore set the standard. 

Directed by : Keith Malloy and Jeff Johnson

Additional Cinematography: Dave Homcy, Ben Ono, and Daniel Russo

Surf Film Recommendation

"The Secret Story of Morocco's Ultimate Wave | Safi" featuring Ramzi Boukhiam, Matt Bromley, Ross Clarke-Jones and others.

(40 mins)

This is the story of Safi, a mythical wave on Morocco’s Atlantic Coast that was discovered by a small group of friends in the early 1980s. They swore each other to secrecy and surfed the wave alone for decades. But a secret this good is hard to keep.   Alternately called Le Jardin (The Garden) or Ras Lafaa (The Head of the Snake), Safi is known today as one of the best surf spots in the world and has become famous for delivering endless barrels and bone-crushing wipeouts. But as the crowds grow and tensions rise, the wave’s future hangs in the balance. 

Surf Film Recommendation

"No Contest  Off Tour: Japan" starring Kainoa Igarashi, Ashton Goggans, Katon Ohashi, Erico Kobayashi, and Masatoshi Ohno

(18 mins)

Red Bull Surfing gives us a peak into Japan's top surf locations highlighting why the Land of the Rising Sun is earning its place as one of modern surfing’s true hotspots.   In the latest episode of No Contest, Japanese surfer Kanoa Igarashi takes viewers on a tour of his homeland, focusing on the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and top surf spots in Shonan, Chiba, and Japan's coast.

Surf Film Recommendation

"HERE" starring John John Florence, Nathan Florence, and Ivan Florence

(18 mins)

A short film featuring John, Nathan and Ivan, captured during the 2023/24 North Shore winter. Thanks to our ‪@FlorenceMarineX‬ team for supporting the project. We hope you enjoy!

A Film by Parallel Sea

Produced and Written by Spencer Klein

Principal Cinematography by Erik Knutson & Jared Butler

Edited by Jared Butler

Special Thanks to Pete Johnson, Pat Oconnell, Jeff Hurley, Brandon Wasserman

Music Licensing: Dan Gibson / Good Time Management

2023-24 'Iolani Surf Team Season Reel

"The Dream Season"

(6 mins)

The 2023-24 surf season was nothing short of a dream for the 'Iolani Surf Team.  They captured the Hawaii State Surfing Championship, ILH Surfing Championship, Honua Finals World Cup of Interscholastic Surfing title, and the team also traveled  to California to compete in the NSSA National High School Surfing Championship at Salt Creek.  The Dream Season celebrates their incredible run, highlighting the team's success, spirit, and strong sense of One Team.

Surf Film Recommendation

"Maps to Nowhere - Episode 3: Chasing Seconds" starring Caity Simmers, Timo Simmers, Soli Bailey, and Matt Rode.

(26 mins)

In episode #3 of Maps to Nowhere, Caity, Timo, Soli and Matt stumble into perfect barrels.  Check out Surfline x O'Neill "Maps to Nowhere: Episode #3"  to see some of the best barrel rides so far in 2024. Can you guess the secret location? Hint: It is somewhere in Central America.

15TH ANNUAL HONOLULU SURF FILM FESTIVAL 

(2024)

HoMA’s annual celebration of surf culture and filmmaking is back with a primo selection of shorts and features from Hawai‘i and around the world.  Screening show throughout the month. Click on this link to see all surf film listings.  The festival closes out on August 4th with a special afternoon screening of Bud Browne's "Locked In" followed by a talk story session.

Surf Video Recommendation

"ISLAND SPELL || THE SAPPHIRE EXPRESS - A SURFING JOURNEY ACROSS SRI LANKA" starring Ross Williams, Jyoti Walker, Tedi Kurniadi, Mencoss Nurhidayar, Yanik Tissera, Yhevin Tissera and JB Jayathissa  

(25:19 mins.)

A surf film presented by Drifter Surf, in association with Ross Concept and Salty Swamis. Two master longboarders, an underground twin fin specialists and an expert shaper/surfer traveled across the Eastern coastline of Sri Lanka to share an experience of surfing, culture and values. A true surfing experiment at its core, this journey encompassed one quiver of boards shared by all in a variety of conditions.

Surf Video Recommendation

Highlights from Finals Day of the 2024 Surf City El Salvador ISA World Longboard Championships starring Kai Sallas, Kaniela Stewart, Honolua Blomfield, Kelis Kaleopaa and the world's best longboard surfers (April 2024 - 3:47 mins.)

Congratulations to Kai Sallas and Honolua Blomfield on winning the Mens and Women's individual gold medals at the  2024 ISA World Longboard Championship and Team Hawaii on winning the World Longboard Team Championship!

Surf Video Recommendation

"ANDY NIEBLAS JAPAN TOUR 2023" starring Andy Nieblas and Friends  (9:10 mins.)

Follow style-master longboarder Andy Nieblas and friends as they travel through Japan surfing various breaks in Chiba, Shonan, and Shizuoka.   

Also Starring: 

Episode 1 (Chiba): Yuta Sezutsu, Yuma Takanuki, Natsumi Taoka

Episode 2 (Shonan): Yuzuru Shinjo, Takuji Makino, Uminosuke Oguma, Hoji Sakurai, Outa Sakurai, Kyosuke Karube,

Episode 3 (Shizuoka): Shintaro Maeda, Muneo Iyanagi, Masahiro Suzuki, Shin Takekawa, Ryo Tanuma, Naoki Kato, 

Surf Video Recommendation

"REPEATER || A QUIKSILVER SURF FILM" starring Mikey Wright, Rolo Montes, Griffin Colapinto, Kael Walsh, Al Cleland Jr., Lungi Slabb & Andy Neiblas  (31:11 mins.)

Filmed on location in Reunion Island, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Australia & Ireland.  Repeater chronicles 6 months on the run.  Eat, Sleep, Surf, Repeat.

Surf Video Recommendation

"Make or Break" - Season Two Official Trailer  (2:03 mins.)

Season 2 of WSL's "Make or Break" docuseries is streaming on AppleTV+.  The world's most elite surfers are back with only one thing on their minds, being the best.  Dive into the world of pro surfing as the best in the sport travel the globe to compete for the World Championship title. With unprecedented access, this docuseries captures the athletes’ lives on tour and the sacrifices they make to get to the top.

Surf Video Recommendation

Highlights from the WSL Surf City El Salvador Longboard Classic (3:24 mins.)

Waikiki locals Kaniela Stewart and Sophia Culhane win in El Sunzal to claim the WSL Surf City El Salvador Longboard Classic victory.  The finals were an all-Waikiki affair featuring  Kelis Kaleopaa, John Michael Van Hohenstein, Kani Stewart, and Sophia Culhane.  The World Title showdown will be at the Original Sprout Malibu Longboard Championships scheduled October 3 - 13.

Surf Video Recommendation

"Synchronism" featuring surfer Josie Pendergast - Filmed and Edited by Scott Wynn & Elley Norman (3 mins.)

Synchronism is a surrealist journey, a hypnagogic state depicting fragments of the unconscious mind. A concurrence of dreamlike events, co-existing with the ocean. Where rhythmic relationships come together, not merely from coincidence. Reality is distorted when worlds combine simultaneity, both dancing to the rhythm of the sea. 

“Being inspired by early avant-garde films, the vision was to reimagine surfing as an art form and create a surreal art piece that starkly contrasts with the stereotypical surf world. We wanted to make a piece of art that creates a new reality for the viewer, but also just something beautiful and unique.”  Scott Wynn - Director 

Surf Film Recommendation

"Dissent" with surfer Kale Cadam - Filmed and Edited by Ethan Jolly (2023)

This video is the summation of Kale Cadam's winter on Oahu. The quiver that was shaped for his time on Oahu is solely comprised of surfboards with two fins. Though he may not be the first to spend a winter testing asymmetrical boards at Pipeline, the 19-year old from Mission Beach might be the first Pipe grom to show up with nothing but twin fins in his luggage. 

Surfboards

1. 5' 8" Door of Night (Asymmetrical Twin Fin)

2. 6' 0" Door of Night (Asymmetrical Twin Fin)

3. 6' 1" Door of Night (Asymmetrical Twin Fin)

4. 6' 2" Door of Night (Asymmetrical Twin Fin)

5. 6' 4" Door of Night (Asymmetrical Twin Fin)

6. 5' 4" Gaffer Symmetrical (Symmetrical Twin Fin)