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Under The Sun

Under The Sun

January 1, 2010

1h 4m

Documentary

Overview

Byron Bay and the Gold Coast are two seemingly opposite Australian surf towns. But beneath the surface they are inextricably linked to a multi-billion dollar industry which thrives on the commodification of the surfing lifestyle. With their populations swelling, resources draining, and housing prices going through the roof, where do these two towns go from here? Where does surfing go from here? Under the Sun is a 16mm documentary shot in Byron Bay and the Gold Coast and features incredible surfing from Dave Rastovich, Beau Young, Nat Young and a handful of others as it explores the roots of commercialism that are now so entrenched in surf culture. Be prepared for a dark and compelling narrative amidst beautiful imagery and a kick ass custom soundtrack.

Directed by

Cyrus Sutton

Where to watch

In United States

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Cast

D

Dave Rastovich

Nat Young

Nat Young

B

Beau Young

R

Rabbit Bartholomew

D

Dean Morrison

Mick Fanning

Mick Fanning

Albert Falzon

Albert Falzon

Kelly Slater

Kelly Slater

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