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Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War

Synopsis

BETWEEN THE LINES explores the Vietnam War through the prism of the surfing sub-culture. The film looks at the dramatic effect that the Vietnam War and draft had on young American men who rode waves. Narrated by John Milius, Between the Lines explores the choice that most draft age surfers faced during the Vietnam War era: either go to war or evade the draft. It was one or the other. Between the Lines delves into the lives of two surfers who choose opposite paths. Pat Farley and Brant Page. While following the lives of these two surfers the film chronicles the impact of the Vietnam War on the surfing lifestyle. From the peaceful shores of Hawaii to the canopy jungles of Vietnam, Between the Lines excavates the surfing cultures response to an extraordinary circumstance.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 26, 2008

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Scott Bass, Ty Ponder
Original Title
Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
52m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Scott Bass, Ty Ponder

Department Leadership Roster

Scott Bass

Director

Ty Ponder

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War

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

What is Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War about?

BETWEEN THE LINES explores the Vietnam War through the prism of the surfing sub-culture. The film looks at the dramatic effect that the Vietnam War and draft had on young American men who rode waves. Narrated by John Milius, Between the Lines explores the choice that most draft age surfers faced during the Vietnam War era: either go to war or evade the draft. It was one or the other. Between the Lines delves into the lives of two surfers who choose opposite paths. Pat Farley and Brant Page. While following the lives of these two surfers the film chronicles the impact of the Vietnam War on the surfing lifestyle. From the peaceful shores of Hawaii to the canopy jungles of Vietnam, Between the Lines excavates the surfing cultures response to an extraordinary circumstance.

Who directed Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War?

Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War was directed by Scott Bass, Ty Ponder.

Who stars in Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War?

The principal cast of Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War includes John Milius.

When was Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War released and how long is it?

Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 52m.