A highly acclaimed new Australian film Chasing The Gold, is set to screen at the Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club next week.
The film will also be screened at Life Saving Clubs across Australia, giving them an opportunity to raise funds.
Created by Sunshine Coast filmmaker Wes Greene, the film uncovers the untold story of Australia’s most iconic endurance race, the Coolangatta Gold – born from a fictional movie in 1984 – and now regarded as the toughest physical challenge in the sport.
The film will launch on Monday 8 December at Sunshine Beach Surf Club between 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
Mr Greene said: “The idea of the tour is to put Australian surf life saving culture back in the spotlight while directly supporting the grassroots clubs that keep our beaches safe.”
The documentary also arrives at a historic moment, with the greatest ironman of all time, Ali Day, entering his final competitive season.
The film follows three of the sport’s biggest names through the 40th anniversary of the gruelling 41.8km Coolangatta Gold event including Ali Day, Conner Maggs – the fearless young gun determined to unseat a champion and Lana Rogers, the reigning women’s champion pursuing her third title while battling fierce rivals and personal doubts.
Mr Day said: “I hope the film encourages the next generation to get out in the surf, have a crack, and never give up on their dreams.”
The film delves into the athletes struggles and triumphs delivering an inspirational story for any sports lover.
The film is family-friendly with a PG rating. Tickets are available at chasingthegold.com.au
Clubs interested in hosting an event can register at chasingthegold.com.au
The trailer can be found here: chasingthegold.com.au
