Chris Bertish: Ocean Driven

The true-life story about champion big wave surfer Chris Bertish, who overcomes huge obstacles and his own fears to never lose sight of his dreams. The film tracks Chris Bertish’s unsponsored odyssey over 15 years as he grows into a highly skilled and fearless waterman. From the rugged coastline of South Africa to giant waves around the globe, Bertish was at the forefront of big-wave surfing, paddling into newer and larger waves than most had thought possible. His single-minded pursuit of his dreams and refusal to let seemingly insurmountable obstacles stand in the way, culminates with an invite to Mavericks, the world's premiere big wave surfing competition in Half Moon Bay California in 2010. Moments after nearly drowning, Bertish takes the world by storm in the largest waves ever seen there. Featuring gritty, authentic never-before-seen footage, legendary big wave surfers, and breathtaking images. Ocean Driven is a fast-paced film that redefines possible, motivates viewers to overcome fear and to never give up. It's a universal story of growth, struggles and the unique environments that empower us.