Self Discovery for Social Survival
Synopsis
Self Discovery for Social Survival is a collaborative surf and music film produced by Brooklyn based record label, Mexican Summer and Pilgrim Surf + Supply, a New York based surf and outdoor brand. Filmed in Mexico, the Maldives and Iceland in three separate vignettes, musicians (Allah Las, Connan Mockasin, Andrew Van Wyngarden of MGMT, and Peaking Lights) alongside pro-surfers,embark on a journey that combines a symbiotic relationship between music and the waves, the environment, and local culture. Poetically narrated by the legendary avant-garde film maker Jonas Mekas.
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Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-04-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 18, 2019
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chris Gentile
- Screenplay & Story
- Jamie R. Brisick, Jonas Mekas
- Original Title
- Self Discovery for Social Survival
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Mexican Summer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Gentile
Jamie R. Brisick, Jonas Mekas
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Chris Gentile
Director
Jonas Mekas
Writer
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What is Self Discovery for Social Survival about?
Self Discovery for Social Survival is a collaborative surf and music film produced by Brooklyn based record label, Mexican Summer and Pilgrim Surf + Supply, a New York based surf and outdoor brand. Filmed in Mexico, the Maldives and Iceland in three separate vignettes, musicians (Allah Las, Connan Mockasin, Andrew Van Wyngarden of MGMT, and Peaking Lights) alongside pro-surfers,embark on a journey that combines a symbiotic relationship between music and the waves, the environment, and local culture. Poetically narrated by the legendary avant-garde film maker Jonas Mekas.
Who directed Self Discovery for Social Survival?
Self Discovery for Social Survival was directed by Chris Gentile.
Who stars in Self Discovery for Social Survival?
The principal cast of Self Discovery for Social Survival includes Jonas Mekas, Stephanie Gilmore.
When was Self Discovery for Social Survival released and how long is it?
Self Discovery for Social Survival was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 54m.