Billabong Challenge: Nine 9 Lives

As the final installment of the Billabong Challenge series, Nine 9 Lives includes Challenge Four in Indonesia and Challenge Five in Australia. The film captures the thrill of surfing competitions, even highlighting the challenges faced when Indonesia did not deliver enough surf for a complete round, leading to a cancellation until the following year.

The documentary stars prominent surfers such as Rob Machado, Kalani Robb, Shane Dorian, Tom Curren, Sunny Garcia, Mark Occhilupo, and Taylor Knox. It also features appearances by Margo and Kelly Slater, adding to the film's appeal for surf enthusiasts. The film was recognized with Surfer Magazine’s Video of the Year Award in 2000 and earned accolades for Best Cinematography, reflecting its high production values and visual impact.