Distance Between Dreams

Editor's Take

A short, cinematic piece following big-wave surfer Ian Walsh through a landmark season as he pushes the limits of what a body can survive. It is really about obsession and fear management, the psychology of choosing to ride mountains of water.

This film brings to life a historic year in big-wave surfing through the eyes of Ian Walsh, one of the sport's iconic figures. It follows his mental and physical preparation as he sets out to redefine the upper limits of what can be ridden. From training to the moment of dropping into massive swells, the film captures the fear and focus behind chasing giants. It is an intimate portrait of ambition at the edge of the possible. Big-wave fans will be riveted. Free to stream in 4K on Dr Documentary.

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