Film Lens
265 Days Without Waves is set in a coastal region of Portugal where local surfers contend with only 100 days of waves each year. The film chronicles their efforts to build a surf culture despite the limited conditions. It focuses on the community formed around their shared passion for surfing and the unique experiences that arise from their dedication to the sport.
The documentary emphasizes the surfers' commitment to promoting surfing as a lifestyle. It illustrates how their close-knit community fosters connections among individuals who are determined to embrace the ocean, even when the waves are scarce. Through their collective efforts, they cultivate a vibrant surf culture that thrives on passion and camaraderie.
Why Watch
- •Meet passionate surfers in Portugal's coastal region.
- •Find out how surfers build community without waves.
- •See the dedication to surfing as a lifestyle.
Did You Know
•Local surfers in Portugal experience only 100 days of waves each year.
•The film is directed by Julie Gomez and was released in 2022.
•The documentary has a runtime of 60 minutes.
Perfect For
Surf culture enthusiastsDocumentary loversOcean sports fans