The Longlist
This is the official longlist of entries to the 2012 London Surf / Film Festival Shorties contest, presented by National Trust. The films qualified for the voting which ran from Wednesday 5th of September 2012 until midnight Tuesday 18th of September 2012. VOTING HAS NOW CLOSED AND VOTES HAVE BEEN COUNTED. Peer votes will be combined with the votes of the submissions panel to select the official shortlist of films to be screened at the Riverside Studios as part of the main festival programme (11th – 14th October).
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The Strangest Thing
“… the beach is everyone’s, and is one of the remaining free places for all. That in mind, to me there is only the beach and the sea, the edge of the land where we can cross to another world. A true place of connection and joy.” Neil Erskine. A film by Nick Marchant & [...]
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Tom Butler
Meet Tom Butler One of the UK’s finest big waves Hunters. You will have seen his name pop up here and there…. Maybe even heard a story or two along the way. That’s for good reason, Tom is a driven big wave hunter, he doesnt shy form the lime light, but seems to have spent [...]
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Snoozer
An ode to the fickle North Sea. I wanted to show the euphoria and frustration of scoring or missing an all too rare chance encounter with a capricious break. I’m always intrigued by an atmosphere where chance and servitude meet on equal terms. The North Sea’s anarchic disregard for schedule effects ones own wonder and [...]
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Sightings
One of 6 short surf films shot in Indonesia during the filming of the fictional ‘Sink Swim’. This short aims to capture the raw energy of the Grajagan surfing experience. John is surfing a 7’4″ singlefin gun reminiscent of the boards which were around at the time of Grajagan’s discovery, circa 1972. Directed by: John [...]
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58 Degrees North
A short film which examines the harshness of being a Scottish surfer during winter. Film features three local surfers: Chris Noble, Chris Clarke and Rick Wilmett (originally from Australia). (Note: We did not kill the fox at the end. It was shot by the farmer, and we just needed to open the gate to get [...]
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The Shaper
Following the 2011 LS/FF short ‘Wreckers’, the Crayfish Films crew take us into the shaping bay to meet a very special talent. Directed by: Jeremy Joyce, Rich Pearn and Rob Lockyear Cinematography: Jeremy Joyce, Rich Pearn and Rob Lockyear Featuring: James Hogg Crayfish Films, crayfishfilms.com
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A Postcard From Pembrokeshire
No story-line, no narrative, just the boys letting the surfing do the talking. Directed by: Steven Clarey Featuring: Alex Morris, Kiefer Thomson, Sam Anderson, Harry Cromwell, William Howells, Greg Baker, Gus Townend, Tom Griffin, Olly Badham Music: Edi Sunshine – Fight For Survival, Poket Trez – IE IE IE
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Scot Land
One Viking come Tattoist, one austalian, two cornish boys and a clapped out old volvo, travel from South West England to the North of Scotland to explore its coastline. Film & Edit: James Van Der Booth Featuring: Shakey Pete, Jimbo Jetset, Aussie Johnny & Russ Kay
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Turn
A series of 28, large, beach drawings made along the north Cornwall coast during 2012. Drawn, shot and edited by Tony Plant. Music by Antony and the Johnsons. tonyplant.co.uk antonyandthejohnsons.com
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Surfing
This film documents my emotions and describes my personal experience of learning how to stand up on my surfboard, thus beginning my journey as a surfer. Enjoy! Direction, animation and cinematography by: Stephanie Walker Narrated by: Gemma Roberts
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Nico
Written In a notebook from a trip 3 years ago are the words ‘Met a guy called Nico in a LT35′. Every year since, we have found Nico in the same car park, in the same van. leading a lifestyle that makes him one of the most inspiring people I have ever met. Thousands of [...]
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Crap Surfer
Follows Theatre and Opera Director Bill Bankes-Jones on his quest to retain his title of World Champion Crap Surfer. Directed by: Nicky Woodhouse Cinematography: William Johns Featuring: Bill Bankes-Jones Woodhouse TV woodhousetv.com
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The Endless Passion
The Endless Passion gives an atmospheric portrayal of surfing. The film illustrates that surfing is more than just a sport, it’s a way of life. Directed by: Adam Morris Cinematography: Tristan Hosken Featuring: Shaun Taylor, Oliver Reeves
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Soul Reversal
Soul Reversal is a role reversal of the perceptions of soul in the form of a short bodyboarding film. “I have shot a lot of footage of bodyboarders in the past whilst shooting surfing. I like bodyboarding, I like a lot of the characters in the bodyboarding world and I like the filmmakers involved in [...]
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The Dimming Tide
In 1964 Kevin Cavey introduced surfing to Ireland from Hawaii. Today the surf culture that he pioneered is going strong in Dublin. “The Dimming Tide” follows Kevin and three other Leinster surfers; Frank Gordon, Chris O’Neill and Tim Ferguson as they surf the waves of the East Coast of Ireland and share the experiences of [...]
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Sea of Concrete
Animation and live action from North Devon. Directed by: Ig Wilkinson Cinematography: Ig Wilkinson, Sebo The German Featuring: Ig Wilkinson, Alex Broumbas
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Jail Breaks Maldives
Jail Breaks – Maldives – June 2012 A 16 second wave period and swell hit Jails in June and this was from an hour session. Filmed at 60fps and rendered at 24fps for true slow motion. Edited in Premier CS5 colour graded with Magic Bullet. Filmed and edited: Paul Terry Soundtrack: Goodbye (with Soap & [...]
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Seed to Tree to Sea
Seed to tree to sea. Kohola – a journey to the ocean. Directed by: Darren Moran
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Rock Up
A short film showcasing the waves of the Sussex coastline. Directed by: Mat French Cinematography: Mat French, Shaun Haddock and Mike Moss
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Light, Bright, White
Oddasea is an eclectic mix of art , design and products. Inspired by emotions ,the ocean and life in general – putting this inspiration down on paper or whatever platforms they may transpire on to… enjoy artisfreedomisart Director: Ryan Ward Featuring: Jordan Reed, Luke Parkhouse and Tom Mitchell.
