Fathom Events and 1091 Bring Epic Surfing Documentary to Big Screens Nationwide With a Special Look at Fletcher’s “Acid Drop,” a Q&A With the Director Michael Oblowitz and More
Plunge into summer with “Heavy Water” as it follows professional big wave surfer Nathan Fletcher through the evolution of surfing and his relationship with big waves. Featuring stories from fellow board-sports legends, including surfing luminaries Bruce Irons, Darrick “Double D” Doerner and Danny Fuller, about pursuing their passions, the documentary is an epic voyage through the eyes of the surfing community that delves deep into the mind-set of the board-sports culture and its roots. “Heavy Water” culminates in a spectacular, never- before-performed stunt, where Fletcher “acid drops” from a helicopter into a huge wave.
Attendees will also view a behind-the-scenes look at the planning and execution of the “acid drop,” a pre-recorded Q&A with director Michael Oblowitz and Nathan Fletcher answering audience questions on their experience making the film, and Surfers’ Hall of Famer Herbie Fletcher on the origins of tow-in surfing.
Tickets for “Heavy Water” can be purchased online at www.FathomEvents.com or at participating theater box offices.
Distributed by 1091 and Fathom Events, “Heavy Water” comes to more than 350 U.S. movie theaters on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. local time, through Fathom’s Digital Broadcast Network (DBN). For a complete list of theater locations, visit the Fathom Events website (theaters and participants are subject to change).
Produced by Red Bull Media House and All Edge Entertainment “Heavy Water” premiered at the Newport Beach Film Festival on April 26. The documentary was the winner of “Best Surf Film” at the Byron Bay International Film Festival in Australia and an official selection at the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain, and the Wavescape Film Festival in Durban, South Africa.
The film features a score by Porno for Pyros’ Peter di Stefano and Rage Against The Machine’s Brad Wilk.
“This is a beautifully shot and truly engaging story of the history of big wave surfing that is a must-see for fans of extreme sports,” said Ray Nutt, Fathom Events CEO. “We are proud to once again partner with 1091 and Red Bull Media House, and to add this project to our impressive list of top sports documentaries.”
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