| Description |
1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 90 minutes) : digital, .flv file, sound |
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digital |
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video file MPEG-4 Flash |
| Note |
Title from title frames. |
| Event |
Originally produced by Umbrella Entertainment in 1985. |
| Summary |
A companion to Nat Youngs legendary History of Surfing - the biggest-selling surfing book ever - this groundbreaking documentary presents the history of surfing in Australia from its origins in 1915, through its development with wooden boards, the Malibu revolution of the 50s and 60s, the shortboard revolution of the 70s and into the radical 80s. Written, directed and narrated by Nat Young, a four-time World Champion who was integral to surfings evolution into a high-performance, high-profile global sport, The History of Australian Surfing reflects his deep and detailed knowledge of surf and beach culture, and illustrates how Australia emerged as the dominant force in modern pro surfing. Filled with classic footage of Australias greatest surfers in action - including Midget Farrelly, Mark Richards, Tom Carroll, Wayne Lynch and many more. |
| System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Subject |
Surfing -- Australia -- History.
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Surfing.
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Australia.
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| Genre/Form |
Documentary films.
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| Added Author |
Young, Nat, 1947- film director.
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Kanopy (Firm)
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| Music No. |
1208785 Kanopy |
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