What genre is Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?

Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis is categorised as Documentary.

Who stars in Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?

Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Robert August, Bruce Brown, Dana Brown appear in the main cast.

Who directed Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?

Richard Yelland directed Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis.

How long is Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?

Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis runs for 1h 23m (83 minutes).

Is Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 0.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis (2023)

Name: Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2023-08-11
Duration: 83 min
Cast: Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Robert August, Bruce Brown, Dana Brown

Movie 1h 23m ★ 0.0/10 South Africa

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Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis is a documentary movie from 2023. It is directed by Richard Yelland. The cast includes Kelly Slater, Rob Machado and Robert August. The running time is 1h 23m. Audiences give it a mixed score of 0.0 out of 10.

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Discovery of Cape St. Francis

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The documentary "Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis" reveals the untold story behind Bruce Brown's iconic film "The Endless Summer." It follows the journey of Dick Metz, a California surf pioneer, as he travels the world from 1958 to 1961. Metz's adventures lead him to discover the "perfect wave" at Cape St. Francis in South Africa, which inspires Bruce Brown to create "The Endless Summer" and revolutionize the sport of surfing. The film also documents Metz's return to South Africa at the age of 90 to retrace his original journey. It features interviews with influential figures in the surfing world, including Metz, Bruce Brown, and other surfers. The premiere of the film at the Newport Beach Film Festival is particularly special for director Richard Yelland, as it tells a personal story rooted in his hometown.

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Questions about Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis

What genre is Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?: Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis is categorised as Documentary.
Who stars in Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?: Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Robert August, Bruce Brown, Dana Brown appear in the main cast.
Who directed Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?: Richard Yelland directed Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis.
How long is Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?: Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis runs for 1h 23m (83 minutes).
Is Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 0.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St.Francis?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.