Hollywood Don't Surf!
Originally released in 2010. Hollywood Don't Surf! is a documentary film. directed by Sam George. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A film that explores the purportedly strained relationship between Hollywood film makers and the surfing community. After an irreverent and wild main title sequence (including the first printed and filmed images of surfing), Hollywood Don't Surf! examines the legendary film Gidget and the subsequent surf exploitation genre that followed, centering on the ambitious film Big Wednesday, a commercial disappointment at the time, and the smattering of surf films that followed as Big Wednesday enjoyed a subsequent rebirth as a cult film on home video.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 16, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollywood Don't Surf! about?
A film that explores the purportedly strained relationship between Hollywood film makers and the surfing community. After an irreverent and wild main title sequence (including the first printed and...
Who directed Hollywood Don't Surf!?
Hollywood Don't Surf! was directed by Sam George.
How long is Hollywood Don't Surf!?
Hollywood Don't Surf! has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Hollywood Don't Surf! released?
Hollywood Don't Surf! was released on May 16, 2010 in theaters.