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A fearless surfer's journey to change the sport forever, despite refusing to compete professionally.
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This is the remarkable story of an American icon who changed the sport of big wave surfing forever. Transcending the surf genre, this in-depth portrait of a hard-charging athlete explores the fear, courage and ambition that push a man to greatness--and the cost that comes with it.
"This documentary tells the story of legendary surfer Laird Hamilton, who changed the history of the sport, despite refusing to compete professionally. Though many consider him arrogant and difficult, one thing is undeniable: he never let anything or anyone interfere with his passion - the waves. The feature film does an analysis of the high price athletes pay for greatness. The movie was part of the official selection at the 2017 Sundance Festival and definitely makes even those not immersed in the sport gasp at its breathtaking images."