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2009Ireland

Sea Fever

Topics:#surfing

Synopsis

Filmed over the course of two years to capture the mood of Irish surfing throughout the seasons. "Sea Fever" is an insight film into the surf culture developed in Ireland over the last 40 years. With dramatic footage from Ireland's giant wave Aileen's (Aill na Searrach) at the 700-foot Cliffs of Moher and close-up interviews with the troubadour surfers that brave these 40-50-foot waves to Kevin Cavey and the early pioneers of the 1960s and 1970s with their rudimentary equipment and spirit of adventure, "Sea Fever" sets out to capture the character and craic of Irish surfing. "Sea Fever" features John McCarthy, Mickey Smith, Sam Lamiroy, Mole Joel, Easkey Britton, Kevin Cavey, and Rod "dolphin man" Bennett.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 16, 2009

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ken O'Sullivan
Original Title
Sea Fever
Country of Origin
Ireland
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
Unknown
Production Studios
Sea Fever Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ken O'Sullivan

Department Leadership Roster

Ken O'Sullivan

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sea Fever.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sea Fever

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Sea Fever about?

Filmed over the course of two years to capture the mood of Irish surfing throughout the seasons. "Sea Fever" is an insight film into the surf culture developed in Ireland over the last 40 years. With dramatic footage from Ireland's giant wave Aileen's (Aill na Searrach) at the 700-foot Cliffs of Moher and close-up interviews with the troubadour surfers that brave these 40-50-foot waves to Kevin Cavey and the early pioneers of the 1960s and 1970s with their rudimentary equipment and spirit of adventure, "Sea Fever" sets out to capture the character and craic of Irish surfing. "Sea Fever" features John McCarthy, Mickey Smith, Sam Lamiroy, Mole Joel, Easkey Britton, Kevin Cavey, and Rod "dolphin man" Bennett.

Who directed Sea Fever?

Sea Fever was directed by Ken O'Sullivan.

Who stars in Sea Fever?

The principal cast of Sea Fever includes John McCarthy, Mickey Smith, Sam Lamiroy, Mole Joel, Easkey Britton.

When was Sea Fever released and how long is it?

Sea Fever was released in 2009 with a total runtime of Unknown.