Synopsis

Filmed in beautiful locations in Australia, Cornwall, and France, ‘Behind The Tide’ provides an insight into creative individuals who have forged a living through their passion for surfing. It shows a different perspective on surf culture, focusing on those working independently and outside of the mainstream. From shapers to photographers, the film documents how art and a love of riding waves transcends both geographical and cultural boundaries. Featuring great surfers such as Neal Purchase Jr, Dane Peterson, Thomas Bexon, James Parry, Joe Davies, Nathan Oldfield and many more. ‘Behind The Tide’ explores surfings nostalgia with the renaissance of longboarding, single fins, alaias, hand planing and tandem surfing. Official Selections 2015: Bells Beach Surf Film Festival, Barcelona Surf Film Festival, Carolina Surf Film Festival, Honolulu Surf Film Festival, Noosa Surf Film Festival, Allianz Portuguese Surf Film Festival & San Diego Surf Film Festival. Official Selections 2014: Bristol Surf Film Festival & Santander Surf Film Classic.