The search for the perfect wave...
In 1964, Bruce Brown created a film so powerful it has become a timeless masterpiece that continues to capture the imagination of every new generation. When it first played in theatres, audiences lined up to see it again and again, spellbound by its thrilling excitement and awesome photography. But in fact, the most compelling thing about the film is the sport of surfing itself, and once you’ve seen it, you’ll never forget why.
Bruce Brown decided to follow two surfers around the world in search of a perfect wave. With a 16mm camera and a budget of
only US $50,000, he captured the essence, the adventure and the art of surfing. The resulting film became the most popular surf film of all time. Brown was the original guerrilla filmmaker who went on to create a stunning body of work, including the Academy nominated 1970 film On Any Sunday, a documentary on motorcycles featuring Brown’s friend, actor Steve McQueen.