Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of St.Francis

Synopsis

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.

Main Cast

Robert August

Self

Age : 79 | Popularity : 6%

Bruce Brown

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 6%

Dana Brown

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 6%

Michael Hynson

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 8%

Rob Machado

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 24%

Alex Mecl

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 0%

Dick Metz

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 0%

Kelly Slater

Self

Age : 52 | Popularity : 16%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Richard Yelland
Production	Producer	Jon Fitzgerald Richard Yelland Alex Mecl
Editing	Editor	Matthew Johnston
Sound	Sound Editor	Steve Saunders
Department	Role	Name

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