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So that’s a wrap: edit over, music score locked down, finished film in our hands. Yes, our new surf documentary Powers of Three is finally here, bringing to an end six memorable months in the company of the film’s three protagonists, Tom Lowe, Fergal Smith and Mickey Smith.
Looking back, all those involved should feel at least a smidgen of pride. We certainly do. What started as a loose exploration of three Artists cutting their teeth on some brutal Irish breaks - spend some time out there, shoot some surf footage, head back - gradually evolved into something a little deeper. A story emerged, a group portrait of human camaraderie and togetherness cast against the stark beauty of Ireland’s jagged coast. A surf film first and foremost, the action we shot in the water still proved as compelling as anything we could have wished for, but we suspect it will be this powerful convergence of man and nature, locked together through the long winter months, and as much out of the water as in it, that we’ll remember most vividly. Some days were undeniably difficult, and others, as the film will testify, were dangerous. At all times, though, it proved rewarding. We just hope you enjoy it too.
Check out our interview with the big wave surfers Twiggy and Greg and the bonus footage here.
Saturday's Telegraph called it "a stunning new surf movie" and "an almost transcendental quest to surf where others simply do not go", read the full article here.
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Ever since going on a surfing trip to Ireland with three of my best mates, it has held a special place in my heart. I love all the people I met there, I love the ruggedness of the coastal landscape, I love the climate and I love all the - for us - wonderful waves we caught during our week's stay.
This film has simply taken my love, not only for Ireland, but also for surfing my (sometimes) freezing cold local breaks here in Norway where I live. Fergal summed it up beautifully right in the beginning, and I've not missed a swell since I first saw this awesome tribute to Irish surfing. Those guys are an inspiration to all us surfers to get out and make the most of what we have. Heck, it serves as inspiration to any living, breathing human being!
Thank you so much for making Powers of Three. And please do make a DVD release sometime, because I truly do need a high-quality copy of my own :)
Posted By Esben Tipple 1 day, 21 hours ago
this has got to be one of the best surf films i've ever seen and to be honest, its gonna take some beating. everything about it is just stunning, the settings, the power of the surf and the music give you such a feel for the place. keep them coming guys, this is groundbreaking stuff.........any plans to release on DVD? i hope so!!
Posted By gareth john 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Thank you!
This is such an amazing documentary. I watched it last night on channel 4 and now can't stop watching it. As a wakeboarder, surfer and scuba diving instructor I just want to be in the water after watching this. This is so well presented and shows such a beautiful side to Ireland. Powers Of Three is truly inspiring!!
Please please bring this out on DVD.
Posted By Sarah Bridger 3 weeks, 4 days ago
This film was so beautiful and poignant, even though I'm not a surfer, I couldn't stop watching it. Fantastic photography (brilliant grade), great music and a really simple story told so eloquently by the 3 powers. Loved it, loved it, loved it. Why isn't there more of this type of documentary?! This one will stay with me, thank you so much.
Posted By Soraya Roertson 3 weeks, 5 days ago
epic and amazing film, huge respect
Posted By jayreef 3 weeks, 5 days ago
This film excudes passion and emotion for the sport and one of the most beautiful inspiring locations on the planet, respect guys.
Posted By john monahan 3 weeks, 5 days ago
The film as a impressive footage and is a different approach from the others surf documentaries. Reminds me my home (in the winter time) of west coast of Portugal which is pretty the same of west coast of Ireland...both are exposure to the open sea.
My respects for the team.
Posted By T-Man 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Beautiful. Inspiring rides on huge waves - and memorable images, on & off the boards.
Beautiful.
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Posted By nicholas sinclair on 3/12/09
Took me back 2 October 1987 (hurricanes) surfin' Durlston + little brother + m8s....loved the film and nice to see you boys have got soul, great footage - well done! Give yourselves a big pat on the back! Keep at it! :-) I'm sure you'll get your just rewards... not that u haven't already!!
Posted By Pablo on 29/11/09
Awsome Film. The Surf, The Spot, The Soul. Perfect film, congratulation all producer. From Brazil. Go Big!
Posted By Kado Costa on 27/11/09
Torrero !!!!!
I'am a basque surfer we have some very good scession. But TOM, FERRGAL, MICKEY, bravo !!!
Big balls to surf these heavy waves,
More hungry than Belhara (pays basque) but it looks likes some hawks of the ireland coast !
fantastic !!!
High quality about the screnn-play and, big congratulations for the photograph !!!
an other small surfer
olh
Posted By olh on 26/11/09
THAT WAS REAL SURFING...
THE FILM WAS A GREAT TRIP!!!
Posted By rd on 25/11/09
I want to say that this film was great to see and you guy's I wish you luck in your quest to find your true wave. I also want to say hi to Steve England long time know see and you have come along way from the p-towan day's with me & Pete. It would be good to do a film about the old & new surfers from p-towan & have a drink in the Blue Bar cheers Gaz
Posted By Garry Buckley on 22/11/09
So Nice!!!
Congrats from Brazil!
Posted By Roberto Cohen on 19/11/09
Hello.
I feel this was an amazing surf documentary :)
well done. keep up the work bill and ben
bye
Posted By Robert Sheppard on 18/11/09
Absolutely stunning.
The most beautiful extreme sports movie i have ever seen.
All i can say is, thankyou!
Posted By Alan Hayes on 13/11/09
Like here at home on the BC coast only 5000 miles away. Powerful. Where can I get a copy on DVD?
Posted By Hi Brooks on 9/11/09
Superbe film, faites-en d'autre!
Bravo à toute l'équipe.
Posted By JB on 3/11/09
A movie with the heart of "One Winter Story" with the waves from "Down the line" Own a video shop see a lot of movies. This is Good !!!!
Posted By Brian Came on 2/11/09
this video inspired me to go visit Ireland in winter. just absolutely amazing.
I watched this video 8 times already...
Posted By Gialdo Muller on 20/10/09
I sit here watching this and I think OMG this has to be one of the bestest , shot films of surfing I have ever seen. Respect to the guys who surfed these spots and to the film crew for making it happen. Respect from the south coast of England ;)
Roll on the winter!!
Posted By David Furmage on 15/10/09
Nice movie ! Perfect sounds, make others.
congratulations!!
walter, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil.
Posted By Walter Drummond on 11/10/09
This is such a sweet film. Shot really well and everything goes toghether. Makes want to get into the water. Cant wait for next one.
Posted By Chris Harrison on 9/10/09
Inspired!
Posted By cyaka on 3/10/09
simply a fantastic movie .... congratulations !
Posted By olyo on 8/9/09
I am interested in showing The Powers of three at our film festival, The Taos Mountainfilm Festival in Taos, NM USA Oct. 8th - 11th 2009 We go to press next week with our program, so I will need to receive information as soon as possible. 575.751.3658
Posted By Matthew Somerville on 8/9/09
Wow! Speachless.....This will probably pave the way fof future surfing films. Love the way the whole atmosphere of the film comes accross as a love for the waves and not the money orientated lifestyle that you assosiate with pro surfing. The Music realy captures the feelings that you can seldem put into words about why you are out there day after day.
Well done guys you have given inspiration to many by showing surfings true face.
Awsome.
Posted By Dave on 8/9/09
fantastic, inspiring film...honest, brave, likeable, modest guys...true sporting heroes...all professional sports stars should be made to watch this
Posted By pete williams on 6/9/09
Just simply Superb!!!!
Congratulations for the film, you reach my soul.
Posted By Marcos "el conde" Mazzotta on 31/8/09
these surfing films are very unique the photography is so inspiring
have you ever used music from the artist The Album Leaf?
Posted By will on 19/8/09
All I can say is that there has never been made a film on surfing like this one!!!!
It is incredable action and from guys with honesty and respect just first class.
If all surfers where like these guys well the world would be a better place.
Respect
Balders
Posted By Balders on 17/8/09
that was the dogsbollex i make mad stuntbike vids-dvds and know how much hard work u must have put in to that brillent work keep it up
Posted By madcount on 14/8/09
Brilliant!!
The typical surfing vids you find of guys constantly thrashing waves with their 90's grunge soundtracks are so tired and so old ... it's refreshing to see a film about big wave surfing that quietly and elegantly captures the purity of the sport.
Keep it up!
Posted By Jason on 11/8/09
You guys are amazing out there! Keep up the good work!
Posted By Niklas on 11/8/09
Aside from the jet ski this would have to be surfing in one of it's purest form, surfing for the sake of the experience alone. Raw and soul stiring stuff without doubt. The ocean and environment both appear primal which surely would only help to highten the whole experience here.
To a degree I envy the surfers in this film because they are living the real surfers life in a rare and relatively untainted form. Seemingly quite humble men interacting with a higher energy without all the gloating that is usually associated with the current surfing world, many could learn much from this.
Great little film. Congradulations.
Posted By Dom Toso on 7/8/09
looooooooooove this!!
Posted By sj on 31/7/09
Does anyone know what song is playing at the half way point of the movie?? Such an amazing track.
Posted By Shane Harris on 20/7/09
One of the most incredible film ever made
Total resoect to you guys
Keep having fun, you make us dream and we need it
Merci
FRED
Posted By Fred on 19/7/09
This is a blessing to watch boys, great film
loved it 10/10
Posted By Dan on 16/7/09
Really well put together and those guys are charging! Very Good!
Posted By powerlines on 16/7/09
Read the really good reviews on Power of Three and want to buy it for a friend. I'd appreciate knowing where to buy it! Many thanks Jo Hobbs
Posted By Jo Hobbs on 13/7/09
where can i get a copy of this movie in Australia
Posted By Darrin on 12/7/09
Beautiful film.I am not a surfer,i am a fisherman,and my father before me.There is a certain magic in watching someone work with the incredible power in these kind of waves.First heard about this when Kelly Slater said he was very impressed with it in an interview, has taken a while to find on the net,but the wait was worth it.You captured it guys,it's their,right their,with perfect music and the right words.The best surfing film i have seen,and maybe the best i will ever see.
Respect to you all.
Posted By Terry on 5/7/09
Down to earth nut cases.......gotta be inspired by those tree guys and all the others who have commited themselves....really great vid...very well shot....trying to figure out some of those roads ferg was driving on !!!
Posted By Ricky Whelan on 4/7/09
Magnificent! A really great film with spectacular surfing. The musical score is beautiful and fits the footage nicely. Thanks to all of you guys... the amazing surf crew and film makers alike for a really special film.
Posted By John Mellor on 3/7/09
Sounds naff to say BUT your surf film changed my life, ever thankful, to your drive and passion , what an awesome display of the human spirit and the hearts of 3 linked with a Dream! Blessings form London, England.
Posted By Emma Jane Currie on 2/7/09
the video is awesome! for me, the sea awakens some opposite feelings. while the sea is beautiful and brings calm to those who contemplate paradoxically it is aggressive, furious, overwhelming. but the video is amazing, a delight for anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature!
Posted By Renata Fitarony on 1/7/09
Went ahead and cut together a surfing only version. Hope you guys enjoy it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfP6zgcaseo
Posted By Ru (Innocent Surf School) on 1/7/09
Fantastic film. Beautifully shot. Congrats on all the hard work paying off. Are we gonna see a surf only version too? I think that would be sick.
Posted By Ru (Innocent Surf School) on 30/6/09
I got referred to this link from Mr. Slater's twit...Great footage guys! New England surfers sure know what it takes to survive in big, cold, surf like that. Keep up the great work and don't forget your 5 mils! Check out out cold water shots and gear at www.newenglandsurfco.com.
Posted By The New England Surf Co. on 26/6/09
Epic stuff, to inspiring actually, Im quiting my job and going to find some tubes, yahooo
Posted By Jay on 26/6/09
great movie !!
very exiting !!
Posted By Pablo Cisternas CHILE on 23/6/09
Its worth to see this 34 min of raw, hard core surf without spectators. Probably, one of the best surf documentary i`ve seen. Respect and saludos from deep south-Décima Región/Chile
Posted By Ignacio Muñoz on 23/6/09
I was speaking last night to some surfers in Oahu and they were so impressed with this movie and with what you guys are doing in Ireland. Not only by the surfing, but also by how humble and down to earth you guys come across.
Posted By christo on 21/6/09
Inspired!
Posted By theStrangeNewTimes on 20/6/09
I love the adventure. I would always love to surf big winter stuff, if not solo only a friend or two. Gentalmen you are truly blessed to have found each other. And your right, make'n lots of cash will never fill your soul, like the experience's that you've already had. Thanks for sharing this FANTASTIC film. Keep the spirit alive, KEEP CHERGING !!!
Posted By Jon Tattersall on 16/6/09
Very Nice!you should be VERY VERY proud as I found out abt. your movie because of KELLY SLATER Twittering and puting your link in his twitter pages
seguro que si boyzzzz! From Puerto RIco!!!
Posted By victor lopez on 16/6/09
This is the best surf film I ever saw... Really!
Congratulations!
Posted By António Dias on 15/6/09
Wow ! - An amazing piece of film with some breath-taking shots ! (literally !) One of those where, if you are a photographer or cameraman – you say “Wish I had taken those !”
Posted By Philip Curnow on 13/6/09
Extraordinary. Will it be available on DVD?
Posted By Oliver Wheeler on 11/6/09
Epic Epic Stuff. this has now taken a permanent place on my iphone
Posted By FR3D on 11/6/09
Congratulations on a superb piece of film. It's and incredibly well presented and accurate representation of that particular area of Ireland and you did an incredible job in such unforgiving conditions.
Posted By Mark King on 10/6/09
This is stunning. Good stuff!
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