2023 Official selections

Directed by Hannah Bailey

In the Scottish Highlands, the word “thrawn” means “stubborn,” but in a good way. It’s a virtuous struggle to make the most of what’s available. Professional snowboarder Lesley McKenna was raised on thrawn, and she has spent her life pushing the boundaries of her sport while advocating for the pe...

Directed by Aletta Harrison

A small group of English cold-water swimmers takes on industry and the government over the misuse of a loophole allowing the discharge of raw sewage into coastal waters. Cold-water swimmer Ed Acteson gives a shit about water pollution. Two years ago, this resident of Whitstable, a town on England...

2023 Special selections

Directed by dryrobe®

One talented, big wave surfer who has found his home in 'The Emerald Isle' is Taz Knight. Growing up in North Devon, Taz is passionate about the extreme surf found there. This short film follows up him to understand what he loves about the Irish coast and why he perseveres with the intense condit...

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