The hidden lineage connecting bodyboarding to the birth of surfing
In short: Bodyboarding may hold the key to how surfing first began. This documentary follows filmmaker Andy Burgess and champion Hugo Pinheiro as they travel to Hawaii to uncover these coastal origins.
The film explores the historical connection between bodyboarding and the early evolution of surfing in Hawaii. By investigating the roots of the sport, the production aims to challenge modern perceptions of how these water sports developed over time.
Viewers can expect a high-action journey featuring both land and underwater cinematography as the duo faces Hawaii's notorious waves to test their skills against the elements.
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