@@NowNowMedia Actually, I enjoyed the video, but there are no fish anywhere near 32:30 like is what in your thumbnail. Your thumbnail makes it look like the surfboard is riding a wave of fish, which is really cool, but that's not in the video, it seems.
This was so well done and such a great contrast to all the wave pool surfing content popping up all over youtube. Such a perfect example of what wave pools will never be able to deliver. Surfing, at its heart, is about connecting to the ocean and all that entails.
This isn't a typical surf vid. So good in so many ways. It's a raw beautiful nature doc. It's a fun and constantly compelling travel/adventure video. It's a well shot and esthetically pleasing piece of visual content. It's a solid surf vid. It even has good commentary and just the right amount of vocal contribution from it's wide ranging but few in number cast of true characters. Sooooo spot on!
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South Africa is indeed the blessed land. During the Sardine run... so abundant is the bounty, that starvation is non existant and taboo as enough is provided till next year. The cinematography here is exceptional ... but to see it unfold before your very eyes... is an experience of a lifetime...
Ah lads, spent 6 months chasing waves in SA back in '98 and this takes me right back to it. Such a beautiful country and great welcoming surf community. I don't miss the shark signs on the beach during the sardine run though :-) we had some close encounters of the grey suit kind.
The Sardine Run has BLOWN MY MIND on every level. Nothing comes close to where this EPIC EVENT now lives in my memory of hundreds of surf films ~ Close your eyes and listen to all of the thundering applause!!!! ✍))) zzzzBEST 💦
How good! Surf safari meets national geographic. What a beautiful place. Frankie sounds like a character. I bet he tells a good campfire story. Surfers ripping. Thanks so much. Kia Ora from New Zealand. Yeow!!!!!! 🤙🏽😎🤙🏽
Brilliant photography, editing and music selection! Not your average surf vid - super interesting and informative too. What a great advert for SA's east coast, so damn beautiful. I smiled for the full 37 mins, great job guys.
One of the greatest short films ever made, hands down, if not the best. Very, very well done. Just got to the credits and have to say if I was a producer and wanted a good movie made, I'd probably hit up Will and Alan. Hollywood sucks, you guys are amazing.
What an amazing adventure! Surfers are the best people! Exceptional photography sans cheesy vox - truly excellent docu-drama in a uniquely majestic part of the world. Bravo!
I was locked in from start to finish, great videography, great crew, fantastic video in general. Definitely jumping on my kayak and going for a paddle and fish asap
Cheers and thanks for watching. The water footage was primarily shot by Steven Benjamin of Animal Ocean. You can see more of Steve's amazing work on @animal_ocean
Brings back memories of growing up in St. Mikes and having some epic sardine runs on our local beaches. What a place to grow up 🤙🍻 Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦 for another amazing production.
Brilliant film. Not a surfer but absolutely loved watching this. Minor inaccuracies regarding southern tip of Africa (Cape Agalhus) where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet. Cape Point depicted is the most southeast point of South Africa. Nonetheless thoroughly enjoyed this .
I have been in the water in Refugio State Beach with fish that were about 6-7” inches long all swimming south. Literally thousand of them. I would free dive down over them and the deep I would go they would avoid me by going deeper. Water was cold. Supper fun waves in this video!
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Where was the thumbnail in the video?
@@earlysda, it's taken from Frankie's wave at around 32:30 in the film, shot on the South Coast. Thanks for watching.
@@NowNowMedia Actually, I enjoyed the video, but there are no fish anywhere near 32:30 like is what in your thumbnail. Your thumbnail makes it look like the surfboard is riding a wave of fish, which is really cool, but that's not in the video, it seems.
The music, shots, cuts, story, pacing, color grading, sound design.... Amazing. Got me so pumped
Thank you!
Incredible film. South Africa (even with all it's problems) is the most incredible place on this blue marble.
Couldn't agree more, South Africa is special. Thanks for watching and the support!
This was so well done and such a great contrast to all the wave pool surfing content popping up all over youtube. Such a perfect example of what wave pools will never be able to deliver. Surfing, at its heart, is about connecting to the ocean and all that entails.
Wave pools require huge amounts of electricity! That really just ruins it for me.
@@Loki-rascal Just let them have their pools. Let us have the ocean. :D
Thanks for your support Brian! Stoked you enjoyed it!
TRUTH BROTHER. KEEP SPITTING IT!
This isn't a typical surf vid. So good in so many ways.
It's a raw beautiful nature doc. It's a fun and constantly compelling travel/adventure video.
It's a well shot and esthetically pleasing piece of visual content.
It's a solid surf vid.
It even has good commentary and just the right amount of vocal contribution from it's wide ranging but few in number cast of true characters.
Sooooo spot on!
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South Africa is indeed the blessed land. During the Sardine run... so abundant is the bounty, that starvation is non existant and taboo as enough is provided till next year.
The cinematography here is exceptional ... but to see it unfold before your very eyes... is an experience of a lifetime...
Now living north of the Swiss Alps for nearly a quarter of a century, this video brings back powerful memories and a XL portion of homesickness
Ah lads, spent 6 months chasing waves in SA back in '98 and this takes me right back to it. Such a beautiful country and great welcoming surf community. I don't miss the shark signs on the beach during the sardine run though :-) we had some close encounters of the grey suit kind.
Cheers, and thanks for watching - we are glad you enjoyed it!
The Sardine Run has BLOWN MY MIND on every level. Nothing comes close to where this EPIC EVENT now lives in my memory of hundreds of surf films ~ Close your eyes and listen to all of the thundering applause!!!! ✍))) zzzzBEST 💦
Thanks for watching and the support, it's much appreciated!
Great film thank you for sharing! The incredible world of our Lord that man so messes up!
One of the best surf videos of ever! Love the surfing dolphins!👍👣🐬🐳🌊🏄
Stoked you enjoyed the film, and thank you for the support! (you can't beat surfing dolphins...)
How good! Surf safari meets national geographic. What a beautiful place. Frankie sounds like a character. I bet he tells a good campfire story. Surfers ripping. Thanks so much. Kia Ora from New Zealand. Yeow!!!!!! 🤙🏽😎🤙🏽
Can confirm Frankie tells a good campfire story. Thanks so much for the support, glad you enjoyed it!
Really enjoyed this one. Top class! Congrats Alan, Will, Adin and the rest of the crew. 👊🏼🔥
Thanks a lot John. Much appreciated
Brilliant photography, editing and music selection! Not your average surf vid - super interesting and informative too. What a great advert for SA's east coast, so damn beautiful. I smiled for the full 37 mins, great job guys.
Thanks for the comment and support!
Too bad it's a hell hole. You wouldn't want to be a farmer there.
10/10 Very entertaining and educational, this short film deserves 1b views
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One of the greatest short films ever made, hands down, if not the best. Very, very well done.
Just got to the credits and have to say if I was a producer and wanted a good movie made, I'd probably hit up Will and Alan. Hollywood sucks, you guys are amazing.
Thanks so much, we really appreciate the support!
Beautiful landscapes, riders, story, pictures. This movie was pure enjoyment to watch. THANK YOU 🙏
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For me one of the most beautiful surf documentary I never seen ! 😮🤙🏼
Thank you very much!
Epic vid! Well done to all involved !
Did the same run myself, solo for 3 months.....on the Baz Bus, haha ! Epic trip !!
Cheers! Thanks for the support.
Best surf movie of the year :) ! Loved the playlist
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What an amazing adventure! Surfers are the best people! Exceptional photography sans cheesy vox - truly excellent docu-drama in a uniquely majestic part of the world. Bravo!
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Most underrated docu's... Always amazing, love this!!!! ! Great mix between, surf, culture and learning new stuff.. .Keep sending it :)
Greatly appreciated Dennis!
Great movie... Enjoyed it!!! ... well done 🙂
That was very enjoyable. Great piece of film-making. Thank-you.
Thanks for watching, stoked you enjoyed it.
Excellent cinematography and a slick edit! Absolute top notch and a credit to all the team. Sardine run indeed...World class...
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Pete
Phenomenal footage. Epic friggen video, fellas. Mahalo Nui Loa
Thank you! Stoked you enjoyed it!
BEAUTIFUL* Thanks for the inspiring movie!! much light for everyone envolved.
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A great Story well told. Even the credits kept me locked in.
Thanks Jon, stoked you enjoyed it.
That was GNARLY!!!! I'm sending all my surf homies this.
Thank you! Please do. Stoked you enjoyed it.
I was locked in from start to finish, great videography, great crew, fantastic video in general. Definitely jumping on my kayak and going for a paddle and fish asap
Cheers and thanks for watching, we really appreciate the support.
Transkei is a magical place. Go with someone special ❤
This is so beautiful it made my heart ache. Next time please use a Saffer for the VO(sommer Frankie)
This is a beautiful area. But that surf is amazing😊
most amazing footage of wildlife and surfing.
Thanks for watching Marylou.
Awesome film, hats off guys! Brings back memories of living and surfing in KZN and the sardine run.
Stoked it brought back memories! Thanks for the support. Much appreciated
Brilliant production… especially Videography! Well done !
Great video.. Great cinematography, good to see Frankie kicking on
Cheers and thanks for watching.
That was an absolute pleasure to watch. Great doco, well done 👏
Glad you enjoyed it!
To the entire crew what a great vid and world class. No better than world class, you set the new bar.
Frankie always grateful for your stoke bro.
Sick
Frankie is the best! Thanks for your support.
powerful🌟 beautiful film
Brilliant, this one is special,that’s for sure. Thank You🤙
really a very pleasant watch. South Africa; paradise.
Thanks for watching Steve, we couldn't agree more.
Amazing
Epic!!!! What a siiiick vid Guys!! Interesting, informative and so professional. Some of the best photography and editing i have seen..I stand in awe.
Thanks a lot Louis!
Agreed - Will, Susan and Alan your style, content and production stand head and shoulders above anything else currently being posted!
Halala!!!
Such a great concept! But CRAZY! Who in their right minds surf in those conditions 😂😂😂
Amazing videography and production. Proud to be from SA!
Thanks Michelle. Stoked you enjoyed it!
Mother nature is so beautiful! Finally the recommended video was spot on. Add this to my bucket list... I have a long list of shit i need to get done
The sardine run should be right at the top... Thanks for watching and the support!
Started out slow great finish well done. Great scenery and cast, thank you.
Woah blown away 😍
Frank-O, our Warner's legend ❤️ 🇿🇦
Couldn't agree more - a legend in every sense of the word. Thanks for watching.
What a treat that was. Great filming, surfing and production
Cheers and thank you for watching, we appreciate the support!
Absolutely amazing work ❤
cheers and thank you for the support!
Top Class Alan 😎 Wild Coast is Awesome 🐬🌴 Frankie The Legend 🤟
A triumph bro. On a role, this one will be on rewind for years to come. Definitely up there with Steele and Neville.
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Most Excellent ¿ Props to the water camera filming ¿
Cheers and thanks for watching. The water footage was primarily shot by Steven Benjamin of Animal Ocean. You can see more of Steve's amazing work on @animal_ocean
Look like a shark in the wave at 29:41! What a wild event and what a great video to inform, Nice work!
Glad you enjoyed it
Epic vid, good one!
Very beautiful. Thank you. 👌👌
Cheers and thanks for watching!
Who made the Thumb art? It's awesome. Nice vid tho
Thanks so much, that's the supremely talented @nathan_roodt
Great photography great story
outstanding, thnx for this! Pure Joy 🤙🏼
When she says everything aligns at the same time... it sure did. There is a Shark @ 29:41 in the wave dropping in, in front of the Surfer
Phenomenal video, place, nature, music and surf! Thank you!
Stoked you liked it Eddie! Greatly appreciated the support
Will Bendix and everyone else . . . Wow! Great Video!
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Sorry, it's cliche', but Academy Award quality !
Thank you so much! We really appreciate the support.
💯 the best film I've seen in years. Bravo 👌👏👏
love this!!! i visit the sardine run for work and its spectacular!!
Cheers and thanks for watching, we really appreciate the support.
What a great film, very nice, thanks!
Cheers for the support!
JBay was on Fire this winter! Endless big swells...endless winter...
J-Bay was definitely the place to be this winter!
A++ work guys/gals. That was so good. Thank you!!!
Cheers, thanks so much for the support. Glad you enjoyed it!
K. This rivals if not smashes everything ive seen. Very epic adventures!
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Brings back memories of growing up in St. Mikes and having some epic sardine runs on our local beaches. What a place to grow up 🤙🍻
Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦 for another amazing production.
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Informative and beautiful! Well done guys!
Thanks so much!
Very interesting and well done !!! Thank you !
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Amazing. Thank you
Thanks for watching!
Wow superb 👏 guys
Thank you so much
Awesome showcase of our beautiful coastline AVG and Will 🙌🏽
Thanks a lot Mike! So grateful for our epic coastline! 🙏🏽
South Africa is epic!!!
Brilliant film. Not a surfer but absolutely loved watching this. Minor inaccuracies regarding southern tip of Africa (Cape Agalhus) where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet.
Cape Point depicted is the most southeast point of South Africa.
Nonetheless thoroughly enjoyed this .
Cheers and thanks for watching!
Frankie should have been the narrator. It doesn't get more authentic than him!
💯🤙🏼😎
@@AllanKleynhansSpeaks so who is the narrator? AI? I can't find anyone listed on the credits.
@@seanmaschue @nownowmedia
Is he at the start?
@jimihendrixx11 Yes, Frankie Oberholzer, original Saffa freesurfer
Captivating, thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Such a good story! 🙏
That was lovely I enjoyed it a lot
Great Video.
Lekker owes. good watch. well done
Amazing!
Beautiful movie.
oi oi ! lots of love and appreciation from a true VAAlie
Beautiful!
Great production.
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Epic ! Bravo !
Amazing movie🎉🎉🎉the best
Awesome 🙌
What a vid!
So stoked that the video was released💪🏻
Cheers Dylan, thanks for watching.
I have been in the water in Refugio State Beach with fish that were about 6-7” inches long all swimming south. Literally thousand of them. I would free dive down over them and the deep I would go they would avoid me by going deeper. Water was cold. Supper fun waves in this video!
Excellent....
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Planet Earth in a surf film? Count me in
Cheers and thanks for watching!
Amazing Doc. Thank You! :)
Thanks for watching, we appreciate the support!
cool docu !!! zaf its amazing brrr
Thanks a lot!
Very nicely put together, well done 👍 👏
Unreal!