Film Lens
Shore Things is a 1996 PBS documentary that profiles various American beaches and their unique characteristics. Produced, written, and narrated by Rick Sebak, the film presents a variety of locations, from Daytona Beach in Florida, known for allowing cars on the sand, to the gay beach at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. Each beach is presented with notable facts and features, providing viewers with a diverse look at coastal life across the United States.
The documentary also includes additional topics such as Kelly's Roast Beef and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offering a broader context of American beach culture. With a runtime of 75 minutes, the film combines informative narration with engaging visuals to celebrate the distinctiveness of each beach and its surrounding attractions.
Why Watch
- •Meet 'Dr. Beach' and learn his top picks.
- •Find out why Ocean City, NJ is a dry town.
- •See the unique features of Venice, CA canals.
Did You Know
•Daytona Beach, Florida allows cars on the sand.
•Stephen Leatherman is known as 'Dr. Beach'.
•Ocean City, New Jersey is a dry town famous for salt water taffy.
•Punalu'u, Hawai'i is known for 'oama fishing'.
Perfect For
Beach loversTravel enthusiastsFoodies