Hollywood Don't Surf!

This documentary runs for 81 minutes and dives into the dynamics between surf culture and its representation in cinema. It highlights the impact of the film Gidget, which set the stage for a wave of surf exploitation films.

The film also centers on Big Wednesday, a notable title that initially struggled at the box office but later gained a cult following on home video. Hollywood Don't Surf! captures the essence of this unique intersection of film and surf culture, providing insight into how these films shaped public perception of surfing.