Surfwise 2007
“Reject normal.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Director
- Doug Pray
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Surfwise?
Surfwise is a 2007 American documentary film directed by Doug Pray. The film explores the inspiring and tumultuous story of the eleven member Doc Paskowitz family.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 11, 2007
- Original language
- EN
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10 from 29 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~93 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Overview
Surfwise is a 2007 American documentary film directed by Doug Pray. The film explores the inspiring and tumultuous story of the eleven member Doc Paskowitz family. The documentary centers on eighty five year old surfer, health advocate, and sex guru Dr. Dorian Doc Paskowitz, his wife Juliette, and their nine children. The children were all home schooled and raised in a small camper on the beach. While living there, the family surfed and had to adhere to the strict diet and lifestyle of animals in the wild. The documentary premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 11, 2007, and later had its United States premiere on May 9, 2008.
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“A gripping exploration of documentary that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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Is Surfwise worth watching?
Surfwise holds a community rating of 6.8/10 based on 29 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Surfwise and when was it released?
Surfwise is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2007. Release status: Released.
Who directed Surfwise?
Surfwise was directed by Doug Pray.
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