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"Birth of The Endless Summer": Official Trailer "Birth of the Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis," a feature documentary from director Richard Yelland and production company Curtis Birch, makes its worldwide digital debut on June 20, 2025. The Emmy-nominated film unearths a little-known origin story behind "The Endless Summer," the seminal surf film from Bruce Brown Films that helped shape global surf culture and defined the California Dream. The documentary follows surf pioneer Dick Metz on a steamship-hopping, train-jumping journey around the world from 1958 to 1961. While in Cape Town, South Africa, Metz met local surfer John Whitmore, a moment that changed the trajectory of surfing history and ultimately inspired filmmaker Bruce Brown to make "The Endless Summer." On a tip from Whitmore, who would later become affectionately known as the "Oom," or uncle, of South African surfing, Metz would also discover Cape St. Francis, later immortalized in Brown's film as the "perfect wave." "If Dick hadn't met Whitmore that day in 1959, The Endless Summer and the explosion of global surf culture that followed in its wake might never have happened," said director Richard Yelland. "Dick Metz was a catalyst for the birth of modern surfing, and I wanted to make sure this history wasn't lost." Produced in association with Bruce Brown Films and made possible through a partnership with the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center, the world's largest surf photo and film archive founded by Dick Metz, the film has earned numerous honors on the festival circuit and received a 2025 Los Angeles Area Emmy Award in the Independent Programming category. It is currently airing nationally on PBS, following its successful theatrical run in the U.S. and Australia. It is being distributed globally by Monkey Wrench Films and Garage Films, a division of Madman Entertainment. Starting June 20, "Birth of the Endless Summer" will be available worldwide on Amazon, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube Movies, Fandango, and Vimeo on Demand. Footage and Documentary: Curtis Birch / Monkey Wrench Films

11/06/2025   |   video icon

The Best Waves and Rides of the 2025 Nazaré Big Wave Challenge The 2025 Nazaré Big Wave Challenge brought fierce competition to Portugal’s Praia do Norte, where surfers tackled waves up to 35 feet tall. Organized by the World Surf League (WSL) and sponsored by TUDOR, the event tested athletes with strong winds and choppy conditions. Teams relied on teamwork, jet ski skills, and quick decision-making to ride the massive waves. Winners Rise Above Challenges French surfer Clement Roseyro claimed the Men’s Best Performance Award, scoring 21.83 points. Partnering with Portugal’s Nic von Rupp, the duo also won the Best Team Performance Award. Roseyro credited their success to teamwork: “Nic taught me jet ski skills, and we push each other.” Von Rupp added, “We trained hard this year. Last season, we should’ve won—this makes it sweeter.” Brazil’s Lucas Chianca, a past champion, took second place, while Scotland’s Ben Larg surprised as a last-minute replacement, finishing third. Larg impressed with sharp turns on steep waves, proving his skill in “tow-in” surfing—where a partner uses a jet ski to pull a surfer into position. Women’s Division Highlights France’s Justine Dupont returned after having her first child, riding eight waves with bold lines. “Motherhood shifted my focus,” she said. “I worry about my baby now, not fear.” Her teammate Eric Rebiere struggled, catching only one wave. Brazil’s Michelle des Bouillons took second, guided by partner Ian Cosenza. British newcomer Laura Crane also stood out, towing Portugal’s Antonio Laureano into large waves. Conditions Test Limits Strong winds created uneven wave faces, forcing surfers to adapt. Brazil’s Pedro Vianna, last year’s team winner, noted, “Choosing the right waves was key—it wasn’t easy.” Many wiped out but stayed persistent, aiming for high-scoring rides. The event showcased Nazaré’s reputation as a big-wave hotspot, blending danger and skill. As Roseyro put it, “It’s about trust—in your team and your instincts.” With thrilling rides and close calls, the 2025 challenge proved why this location remains a ultimate test for surfers worldwide. Footage: Red Bull

20/02/2025   |   video icon

Wavegarden Lab: The Wave Pool Experimentation Center The original Wavegarden Cove prototype has recently been transformed and extended to provide an increased variety of waves and new design features to ensure thorough testing of the upgraded technology before commercial use. Open in Youutbe to read the full report...

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