Documentary Cinema, Event cinema
Ride the Wave is an award winning Scottish feature documentary following young surfer Ben on his quest to become a big wave surfer.
14-year-old Scottish surfer Ben Larg wants to conquer one of the most dangerous cold water waves in the world at Mullaghmore, Ireland. If he succeeds, he will become the youngest surfer ever to do so. Danger, opportunity, and parental dilemma collide propelling Ben and his family towards an unknown destiny.
Join Director Martyn Robertson for a Q&A following the screening at 4pm.
What a terrific film Ride the Wave is. It’s a story about parents and kids and danger and dreams. It’s incredibly visual, very cinematic. It’s a really impressive piece of cinema.
Mark Kermode
Ride The Wave is a breath of fresh air. Tense, moving, and raw, it is a celebration of talent, resilience, and some top-class parenting.
LOUD & CLEAR MAGAZINE
Robertson’s skill lies in maintaining a warm human touch throughout.
SCREEN DAILY
Robertson’s film is excellent at teasing out Ben’s date with destiny – the desire to prove himself, the need to evolve as a surfer, his deep-seated fascination with giant waves.
THE SCOTSMAN
This event is part of our Winter Gatherin’. Join us for a special day of Scottish fun with free performances, workshops, 2 for 1 cinema screenings and an array of events throughout the day for all ages.
