Ride The Wave

DVD Rating: ****

Reviewed by: Jennie Kermode

Read Jennie Kermode's film review of Ride The Wave
Ride The Wave
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A must for surfing fans, this documentary portrait of Tiree's Ben Larg is bound to inspire young people who will learn a lot from repeat viewings of the way he approaches waves, as well as finding his story reassuring if they face bullying. Alongside the film itself, this Blu-ray edition includes the original theatrical trailer, which packs together action scenes and is quite breathtaking in itself, plus a Q&A with director Martyn Robertson.

Recorded in the Shetlands, more Scottish islands famous for their waves, this Q&A is presented by Mark Kermode, an unabashed fan of both the film and its star, and it gives audience members the chance to query aspects of the film and discuss what they liked best about it. This adds some semi-local flavour for viewers around the world to enjoy.

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It's quite a light package for a DVD, but the documentary has plenty to say for itself, and may become all the more interesting as the young surfing star continues his career.

Reviewed on: 06 Nov 2022
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A teenage Scottish surfing champ prepares to ride a dangerous Irish big wave.
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Product Code: B0B92RFYBS

Region: 0

Extras: Director Q&A; theatrical trailer


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