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201517 minPGdocumentary

Curt

201517 minPGdocumentary

Harper, a 50-year-old competitive surfer with autism, has gained recognition in Southern California's surf community.

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Harper, a 50-year-old competitive surfer with autism, has gained recognition in Southern California's surf community.

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The story of Curt Harper, a 50-year-old competitive surfer with autism, who has become a well known figure in Southern California's surf scene.

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