FRIDAY 8TH NOVEMBER
World Premiere: The Big Sea from filmmakers Lewis Arnold & Chris Nelson Friday 8th November // Sandy Kerr hard charging, naturally Image: Lewis Arnold
FRIDAY 8th November: NEW PERSPECTIVES, NEW HORIZONS
>> BUY EVENING PASS >> FRIDAY 8th November >> SOLD OUT
The LS/FF FRIDAY NIGHT PASS delivers a whole evening of the very best surf cinema, Q+A’s, icons, filmmakers, good times, and more PLUS a complimentary beer from our friends at Sharp’s brewery… all for £20. Or come to a single session from £12.50.
Friday 8th November – the line up
SESSION 1: 7:00pm THE BIG SEA
Plus special filmmaker Q+A hosted by Matt Barr, Looking Sideways
WORLD PREMIERE The Big Sea The film the surf industry didn’t want you to see. From filmmakers Lewis Arnold and Chris Nelson and four years in the making, this important documentary exposes surfing’s hidden links to Cancer Alley and the devastating impact of the wetsuit world’s toxic addition to Neoprene – a synthetic material born out of a carcinogenic chemical process so toxic that the California government requires wetsuits to carry health warnings.
With stunning cinematography, world class wave riding, a haunting soundtrack from @cj_mirra and contributions from the likes of Lauren Hill, Dave Rastovitch, Mike Lay, Jamie Brisick, Big wave pioneer Dr. Sarah Gerhardt & more The Big Sea uses the lens of surfing to unwrap issues of social justice, environmental racism, corporate responsibility and greenwashing. This must-see, life and death tale of two seemingly unconnected communities explores the power we have as individuals to effect change.
“A powerful piece of work.” Sir Jonathon Porritt, Environmentalist, Activist, Former Director Friends of the Earth
“The film that changed an industry.” Ian Stewart, CMO Xcel Wetsuits
“Beautifully made and outstandingly delivered… a challenge to anyone, not least the brands, to make a change.” Will Rose, Led By Donkeys
“If you think this film is just about wetsuits and surfing, you’re missing the point.” Matt Barr, Looking Sideways
SESSION 2: 8.45pm RETURN TO THE BERING DOUBLE BILL
Plus a very special introduction from Chris Hines MBE
EUROPEAN PREMIERE Return to the Bering Multi award-winning filmmaker Ben Weiland ventures to the unchartered reaches of the Bering Strait in search of unridden realms and frigid adventures. Accompanied by Pete Devries, Josh Mulcoy, Mark McInnis and Noah Wegrich, he boards a tiny plane and heads to this inhospitable region off the far fringes of Alaska, braving recalcitrant weather, unreliable transport links and sometimes formidable wildlife. They discover a rich culture and ancient landscape, but will they also be rewarded with world class waves?
UK PREMIERE Astronaut in the Ocean Dir Keith Malloy. What does pushing the boundaries in the craziest slabs and most terrifying waves look like in an era when accepted norms are constantly being broken? Meet Shane Ackerman. With insights from Mick Fanning, Tom Carroll and Russell Bierke, this mind blowing and intimate portrait will have you gasping, laughing and questioning life choices… in equal measure.
WORLD PREMIERE How do you live a life less ordinary? How do you build a life of purpose? Being Weird from visual artist Andy Hughes and M.A.D., an intimate portrait of Chris Hines MBE, groundbreaking environmentalist, activist and co-founder of SAS, provide just the inspiration to those questions.
The evening is accompanied by The Shorties shortlist film – the very best short films from homegrown filmmakers.
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European Premiere: Return to the Bering Dir. Ben Weiland Friday 8th November // Pete Devries panning for Alaskan Gold Image: Mark McInnis