MORNING OF THE EARTH
WINNER: LS/FF 10 ICON AWARD
MORNING OF THE EARTH (REMASTERED) Dir: Albert Falzon
Considered by many the greatest surf movie ever made, Albert Falzon crafted this visually stunning masterpiece around some of the most stylish, groundbreaking surfers of all time – names that redefined waveriding – Nat Young, Terry Fitzgerald, Michael Peterson, Rusty Miller et al. Shot around the legendary breaks in Australia and the North Shore – they then journey to Bali – discovering the mind-blowing waves of Uluwatu and changing the course of history for ever.
A fantasy of surfers living in three unspoiled lands and playing in nature’s oceans, Morning of the Earth tells the story of a group of friends exploring the measures of all things beautiful: searching for virgin waves, shaping their own surfboards, building their own homes and living off the land in harmony with nature – a true tale for our times.
The sound track is as sublime as the action – it’s a film that has inspired legions of creatives and waveriders alike. Now meticulously restored and beautifully remastered in 4K, we celebrate the film’s 50th Year Anniversary on the big screen. This museum-grade restoration off of the original 16mm AB rolls presents a pristine copy which, Albert says, “looks and sounds better than it ever has.” Do not miss this one off opportunity!
A very special screening with introduction from Encyclopedia of Surfing podcast host Tyler Breuer.
Showing with: SHORTIES Shortlisted film HERE, YOU ARE WELCOME Dir: Jem Talbot
Jem Talbot’s engaging introduction to the Queer Surf Club and the spirit of inclusivity it exudes.
Showing with: SHORTIES Shortlisted film VINTAGE SINGLE FIN SHOOT-OUT Dir: Lucy Jane
Multi-award winning filmmaker Lucy Jane delves into the world of the UK’s raddest surf event – an annual contest that attracts some of the best surfers on the global stage, mixed in with local stylists – all taking place on vintage single fins.
Michael Peterson’s world famous cutback. Kirra, 1971. Restored 4K frame grab from Morning of the Earth’s original 16mm A/B rolls. Photo: Albert Falzon
Morning of The Earth Dir. Albert Falzon // UK Premiere Saturday 4th Dec LS/FF remastered and on the big screen for the first time in 50 years