Redbull Media & THE SANDBOX Present: HEAVY WATER
THE SANDBOX kicks off their fall season of films with HEAVY WATER, A voyage through the eyes of the surfing community that delves deep into the history and psychology of big wave surfing.
The evening benefits Surf Happens Foundation, a local non profit that brings saltwater smiles to physically, financially, and emotionally challenged children by building their confidence and sharing the healing power of the ocean.
The film will be introduced by Christian Beamish, Carpinteria writer, big-wave surfer, boatbuilder and shaper and Author of The Voyage of the Cormorant.
The evening event will feature a raffle, discussion, beer and cold beverages for purchase and more!
Doors at 7:00pm
Film at 7:30pm
More About The Movie
Heavy Water follows big wave surfer Nathan Fletcher through the evolution of surfing and his relationship with big waves. Tracing his lineage back to his grandfather, one of the pioneers of Oahu's North Shore, Fletcher and other fellow surf and skateboard legends share their personal views on some of the iconic moments of the sport that shaped surfing as we know it today. Heavy Water delves deep into the surfing culture and its roots. The deep ties between surfing and skateboarding show once again when Nathan performs the never before done “Acid Bomb Drop” in big waves, a maneuver borrowed from skateboarding and involving assistance from a helicopter.
The film It has been described as ‘Magnificently Cinematic’ by Kathryn Bigelow (Director The Hurt Locker). Julian Schnabel (Film Maker / Painter / Surfer) says this is ‘the best surfing film I’ve ever seen - a profound insight into heart, mind and spirit of one of the greatest surfers of all time’.
Friday, October 4, 2019
7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT-
THE SANDBOX Santa Barbara
414 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101