The program for the fourth annual Noosa Surf Film Festival has been revealed and it’s packed with a selection of remarkable films from across the globe.
Featuring local and international talent, 20 films directed by filmmakers from seven different countries will be shown across the two-day event.
This year’s locally run, independent festival will be taking place on 11-12 October at The J in Noosa Junction.
Local Noosa filmmaker Lucia Santiago’s South Fish features in the first session.
The festival celebrates not only the craft, but the creativity behind the filmmakers and photographers who capture surfing, surf culture and the human spirit.
The schedule includes three film screenings – each a carefully curated mix of short films followed by a feature length.
The good vibes will be flowing with live music, stalls, a local artist showcase, and the not-to-be-missed photographer showdown which is free entry for anyone with film screening ticket.
Through stunning cinematography, the Friday night screening showcases the beauty of our coastlines and oceans, and the passion behind those fighting to protect it. Attendees will also hear from filmmakers and other guests including the Surfrider Foundation.
FILM HIGHLIGHTS
SCREENING 1: (7pm, Friday 11 October):
In Dancing Days of Dawn (Hawaii) – Australian Premiere, a wild tale of humanity told through the childlike perspective of a surfing artist trying to find his way. Family friendly with an Endless Summer feel that features all aspects of surfing mixed with island living, environmentalism and mahalo.
South Fish (Australia) – Local Noosa filmmaker Lucia Santiago in collaboration with professional longboarder Belinda Baggs and Patagonia fight to protect the marine environment between Newcastle and Sydney that is under threat from seismic testing, oil and gas exploration. Beautiful surfing that explores surfer’s deep connection to the coastline and their passion to protect it.
SCREENING 2: (4pm, Saturday 12 October)
Self Discovery for Social Survival (USA) – Three Oceans, eight musicians, 16 surfers. Musicians including Andrew of MGMT and Allah Las alongside pro-surfers, including seven-time world champ Steph Gilmore embark on a journey that combines a symbiotic relationship between music and the waves, the environment, and local culture. Poetically narrated by the late avant-garde filmmaker Jonas Mekas. A film that will be enjoyed by everyone.
SCREENING 3 (7:30pm, Saturday 12 October)
This Way (USA) – Two surfers. One skateboarder. One 1994 stretch limo. One long road down the east coast of the US. 9 days of good times. Features local surfer Jaleesa Vincent. Fun take on a conventional surf film, showcasing talent from an all-female cast.
Zone Frequency (USA)
Jack Coleman is back with the follow up to The Zone which played in the 2016 Noosa Surf Film Festival. Shot all around the world with some of the world’s best free surfers and most unique stylists including Bryce Young, Ozzie Wright, Dave Rastovich and more. Experimental in both surfing and storytelling.
