Documentary to commemorate the children of the waves • tntv tahitinuiTélévision

“Kids of Teahupo’o” stays away from surfing competitions and the spotlight on Teahupo’o, focusing on telling stories about the surfer lifestyle on the road.

The short film features two kids in town who are always there for him. To illustrate the film, a major surf brand called on renowned photographer Tim McKenna to co-direct.

« There is definitely an attraction for many people in documentaries because they want to understand what goes on behind the scenes. We see all these images of Teahupo’o in magazines and on TV, but we don’t know what life is like in the village. So it shows what goes on behind the images. “He explained.

It is undoubtedly this highlighting of a Polynesia of contrasts that will not leave the public indifferent. But it is also this meeting with the real faces of Teahupo’o surfing that leaves a lasting impression. Like Gilbert, only 16 years old, calm, but brave.

” have Every time I go to location, he’s always there, the bomb. He looks super relaxed, like he’s surfing a 5-foot wave. Tim McKenna said in the documentary. He’s part of a small group of young surfers in Teahupo’o doing things we’ve never seen before. », added Surfer Tahurai Henry.

Tim McKenna, the photographer who became known around the world 30 years ago, realized that this place would never be the same again: “” This is the year of Teahupo’o. It’s a bit like the Eiffel Tower in Paris right now. When you go to Paris, you have to take a picture of the Eiffel Tower. In Tahiti, it’s the same. I don’t know many tourists who don’t stop to see the waves. ».

This atypical short film pays tribute to the inhabitants of the town and reminds us of the importance of preserving this place. “Children of Teahupo’o” will continue to be talked about at festivals around the world.

« It’s hard to explain, but there’s an atmosphere in the film that makes people see it, when they see it, stay in their mind, in their head. Since it came out, many people have said to me, “I saw this movie. It touched me.” He has already won two awards, one in Portugal and one in Australia. There are even plans for a longer version next year. So the life of “Children of Teahupo’o” continues », welcome Tim McKenna.

“Children of Teahup’oo”, a film that combines extreme sports and traditional communication. Short film available, Issi.