Going Vertical: The Short Board Revolution

This documentary explores the debate over whether Dick Brewer from Hawaii or Bob McTavish from Australia should be credited with the invention of controllable shortboards. It presents a stylish look at the surfing counterculture of the 1960s, shining a light on the transition from bulky longboards to more agile shortboards.

Narrated by Simon Baker, the film includes interviews with surfing icons such as Kelly Slater, Mick Fanning, Layne Beachley, and Laird Hamilton. Their insights add depth to the historical context, as well as personal experiences that shaped the sport during this transformative era. The wipeout-filled footage captures the challenges and excitement of surfing, appealing to both enthusiasts and historians alike.