

Momentum
Synopsis
MOMENTUM marks the beginning of a new era in surfing. Featuring some of the first sections of New School surfers Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Shane Dorian, Ross Williams, Benji Weatherly, Kalani Robb and more, Taylor Steele's 1991 breakout VHS release changed the way surf movies were made for the next decade and became the namesake for The Momentum Generation of surfers. In 2007, Momentum was listed as #3 on Surfing Magazine's "Greatest Surf Movies of All Time."
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December 30, 1992
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Taylor Steele
- Original Title
- Momentum
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 37m
- Production Studios
- Poor Specimen Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Taylor Steele
Department Leadership Roster
Taylor Steele
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Momentum.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Momentum
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Momentum about?
MOMENTUM marks the beginning of a new era in surfing. Featuring some of the first sections of New School surfers Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Shane Dorian, Ross Williams, Benji Weatherly, Kalani Robb and more, Taylor Steele's 1991 breakout VHS release changed the way surf movies were made for the next decade and became the namesake for The Momentum Generation of surfers. In 2007, Momentum was listed as #3 on Surfing Magazine's "Greatest Surf Movies of All Time."
Who directed Momentum?
Momentum was directed by Taylor Steele.
Who stars in Momentum?
The principal cast of Momentum includes Kelly Slater, Ross Williams, Shane Dorian, Taylor Knox, Rob Machado.
When was Momentum released and how long is it?
Momentum was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 37m.

















