Laird (2001)

Synopsis: August 17, 2000 was a momentous day in the history of man's relationship with water. On that beautiful day, in Teahupoo, Tahiti, the great surfer Laird Hamilton rode that beach's famed 40-foot... August 17, 2000 was a momentous day in the history of man's relationship with water. On that beautiful day, in Teahupoo, Tahiti, the great surfer Laird Hamilton rode that beach's famed 40-foot wave, which had been the stuff of surfing legend and mythology for decades. An awe-inspiring feat of man conquering the fatal power of nature, Hamilton's ride was captured on beautiful 35 mm and high-definition film for the world to witness. This award-winning documentary also features inspiring music from Moby, Ben Harper, and Bender. [More]