Big Wave Guardians is the story of Hawaiian lifeguarding and how it is intricately intertwined with surfing and the contemporary culture of Hawaii.
These big wave guardians risk their lives to save others in the world’s most dangerous waves while inventing innovative water safety techniques.
It features Brian Keaulana, Terry Ahue, Eddie and Clyde Aikau, Jose and Johnny Angel, Mel Pu'u, Tamayo Perry, Andrea Moller, Mark Cunningham, Moana Jones, Darrick Doerner, Keala Kennelly, Buffalo, Sion Milosky, Jamie O'Brien, Mark Healey, and more than a dozen lifeguards on active duty.
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Hawaii’s North Shore is the world’s most dangerous 7-mile stretch of beach. Massive swells, life-and-death rescues, and “the best job in the world” - yet often most hazardous one – is the compelling drama of Hawaii’s #BigWaveGuardians.
WINNER - Best Screenplay
Jim Kempton – “Big Wave Guardians”
We're excited to announce that Big Wave Guardians has won the award for Best Screenplay (Short or Feature) at the Oceanside International Film Festival!
WINNER - TRIDENT AWARD
Dana Point Film Festival Winner
in the news
Watch Jeff Zevely from CBS 8 interview BWG screenwriter Jim Kempton.