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The Cigarette Surfboard

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An impassioned surfer, Taylor Lane, creates a functional surfboard with 10,000 littered cigarette butts collected from California beaches. The Cigarette Surfboard takes Taylor around the world to learn from professional surfers who are working to protect and restore the health of the ocean through science, education, art, business and political activism. Inspired by this global cast of characters (including Jack Johnson, Cliff Kapono, Easkey Britton and Mikey February), Taylor returns home to California and uses the Ciggy Boards to generate uproar on the environmental, human health, and economic impacts of cigarette butts. The Ciggy Boards become the symbol of a grassroots campaign to hold Big Tobacco accountable for their toxic, plastic waste. This immersive documentary provides viewers an up close experience of the ocean through surfers' eyes to amplify a message of urgency and possibility regarding the ocean's wellbeing. Surfing is the medium, but the message is universal.

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Beth Accomando KPBS.org 02/19/2025
The film is a beautiful and inspiring portrait of activism. Go to Full Review
Bill Arceneaux Moviegoing with Bill 10/27/2024
3/5
Incredibly engaging, very smart, and totally rad. Go to Full Review
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Hans H @HCHenline 2d Epic surfer-movie, with a righteous message, or is it the other way around? Either way, some of the most awesome surfing footage I've ever seen. See more Lynn M @RT06580405 2d I loved it! The Cigarette Surfboard is as inspiring as it is beautiful. I got to see it in Honolulu. It weaves together multiple themes and stories--from ocean protection, to human health, to world class surfing, and to community activism. Gorgeous cinematography, great animation and a fun sense of humor too. This film was a real uplift in these times and reminds us that a small group of committed people can make a real difference in the world. See more Jennifer M @jenerics 5d Not only is the film one that is beautifully crafted with gorgeous scenery and a nod to vintage surfing films, but the story and impact that the film shares toward engagement and solutions addressing ocean pollution is one that encourages us all to get more involved to make a difference. See more Kristine J @KristineJensen Jul 14 We showcased "The Cigarette Surfboard" as part of our Encircle Films documentary series. Everyone in the audience loved it, and it is a great way to start a discussion about how each of us can make a positive impact in our communities. Very inspiring and engaging! See more Remi Z @RT98068315 Jul 13 I had the chance to watch the Cigarette Surfboard in Asheville, North Carolina at UNCA. It was an inspiring, beautiful documentary for ocean lovers, planet earth lovers, and lovers of creativity. I highly recommend watching it! See more Phil C @Tavarua1 Jul 13 As a fan of documentaries - and also a surfer - this checks to of my interest boxes! It was an eye opening lesson on how to inculcate change. It was as much as a civics lesson as it was about being a steward of our planet. This should be required for all high school students. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis An impassioned surfer, Taylor Lane, creates a functional surfboard with 10,000 littered cigarette butts collected from California beaches. The Cigarette Surfboard takes Taylor around the world to learn from professional surfers who are working to protect and restore the health of the ocean through science, education, art, business and political activism. Inspired by this global cast of characters (including Jack Johnson, Cliff Kapono, Easkey Britton and Mikey February), Taylor returns home to California and uses the Ciggy Boards to generate uproar on the environmental, human health, and economic impacts of cigarette butts. The Ciggy Boards become the symbol of a grassroots campaign to hold Big Tobacco accountable for their toxic, plastic waste. This immersive documentary provides viewers an up close experience of the ocean through surfers' eyes to amplify a message of urgency and possibility regarding the ocean's wellbeing. Surfing is the medium, but the message is universal.
Director
Ben Judkins
Producer
Taylor Lane, Ben Judkins
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 33m