Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of St.Francis

Aug 11, 2023

1h 23m

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Discovery of Cape St. Francis

Overview

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.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Adventure Entertainment

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Cast

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Robert August

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Bruce Brown

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Dana Brown

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Michael Hynson

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Rob Machado

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Alex Mecl

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Dick Metz

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Kelly Slater

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