Fading West
“Inspired by such films as Rattle and Hum and Endless Summer, Fading West follows Grammy-winning alternative-rock band Switchfoot as they travel the globe in search of new musical inspiration and perfect waves.”
Synopsis
Inspired by films including "Rattle and Hum" and "Endless Summer," Fading West follows Grammy-winning alternative-rock band Switchfoot as they travel the globe in search of new musical inspiration and perfect waves. Filmed during Switchfoot's 2012 World Tour, Fading West charts the creation of the fivesome's upcoming album in its earliest and most unpredictable stages. As the band visits legendary surf breaks in Australia, New Zealand, Africa, and Bali, brothers Jon and Tim Foreman breathe fresh life into their songs by harnessing the spirit of their surroundings and mining new emotional depths. Part rock documentary, surf film, and travelogue, Fading West offers rare glimpses of the longtime surfers on their boards, captures the frenetic energy of their live shows, and portrays a journey both epic and intimate.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Switchfoot "Fading West" Film Clip
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-12-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 9, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matt Katsolis
- Original Score
- Jon Foreman, Tim Foreman, Chad Butler, Jerome Fontamillas, Drew Shirley
- Original Title
- Fading West
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, South Africa, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Interpret Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matt Katsolis
Jon Foreman, Tim Foreman, Chad Butler, Jerome Fontamillas, Drew Shirley
Nic McLean
Paul Kerby, Jesse Schluntz
Chad Butler, Bruce Flohr, Steve Bender
Department Leadership Roster
Matt Katsolis
Director
Chad Butler
Producer
Paul Kerby
Editor
Jesse Schluntz
Editor
Nic McLean
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fading West
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What is Fading West about?
Inspired by films including "Rattle and Hum" and "Endless Summer," Fading West follows Grammy-winning alternative-rock band Switchfoot as they travel the globe in search of new musical inspiration and perfect waves. Filmed during Switchfoot's 2012 World Tour, Fading West charts the creation of the fivesome's upcoming album in its earliest and most unpredictable stages. As the band visits legendary surf breaks in Australia, New Zealand, Africa, and Bali, brothers Jon and Tim Foreman breathe fresh life into their songs by harnessing the spirit of their surroundings and mining new emotional depths. Part rock documentary, surf film, and travelogue, Fading West offers rare glimpses of the longtime surfers on their boards, captures the frenetic energy of their live shows, and portrays a journey both epic and intimate.
Who directed Fading West?
Fading West was directed by Matt Katsolis.
Who stars in Fading West?
The principal cast of Fading West includes Jon Foreman, Tim Foreman, Chad Butler, Jerome Fontamillas, Drew Shirley.
When was Fading West released and how long is it?
Fading West was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Fading West?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fading West was composed by Jon Foreman, Tim Foreman, Chad Butler, Jerome Fontamillas, Drew Shirley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fading West?
Fading West holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).