Death threats arise as young surfers from Australia and South Africa challenge local traditions in Hawaii during the surfing revolution of the 1970s.
“In 1975 a group of young surfers revolutionized their sport. This is their untold story.”
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Death threats arise as young surfers from Australia and South Africa challenge local traditions in Hawaii during the surfing revolution of the 1970s.
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Synopsis
In 1975, a group of young surfers, including Wayne "Rabbit" Bartholomew and Shaun Tomson, arrive in Hawaii, eager to make their mark on the sport. They face fierce resistance from local surfers who view their bold approach as a threat to Hawaiian traditions. As they navigate turf wars and intense wipeouts, the film captures the tension and transformation within the surfing community. "Bustin' Down the Door" documents this critical moment in surfing history, revealing the challenges and triumphs that shaped the sport's future.
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Why Watch
- See Shaun Tomson and Mark Richards in action.
- Find out about the 1975 surfing revolution.
- Meet the surfers facing local Hawaiian tensions.
Did You Know
- The film features surfers like Shaun Tomson and Mark Richards.
- In 1975, a group of surfers revolutionized the sport according to the film's tagline.
- The documentary has a runtime of 96 minutes.
- Kelly Slater called it a breakout film for the sport's history.
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Who are some of the surfers featured in Bustin' Down the Door?
Featured surfers include Shaun Tomson, Wayne 'Rabbit' Bartholomew, Ian Cairns, Mark Richards, Michael Tomson, and Peter Townend.
What year was Bustin' Down the Door released?
Bustin' Down the Door was released in 2008.
What is the duration of the documentary Bustin' Down the Door?
The duration of the documentary is 96 minutes.
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