by Tracie Cooper
synopsis
On a beautiful August afternoon in the year 2000, surfer Laird Hamilton successfully rode one of Teahuppo, Tahiti's legendary 40-foot waves. Shocking surf enthusiasts and physics buffs alike, Hamilton's ride was luckily captured on high-definition film. This documentary chronicles the hype and reaction to the event, which has since become an epic feat within the surfing community. Some of the music featured includes Moby, Ben Harper, and Bender.
characteristics
- Surfing
- Legend [fable]
- Legendary
- Feats
- Daredevil
- Tahiti
