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9.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19721h 34mUnited States of America

Five Summer Stories

“The Last Surfing Movie”

Synopsis

The culmination of a ten year celebration in celluloid, Greg MacGillivray and Jim Freeman give us five-plus exciting, controversial and beautiful stories about surfing. A perspective that warns of the future while it warms the present.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

FIVE SUMMER STORIES 50th Anniversary TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2022-04-12

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 24, 1972

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Greg MacGillivray
Screenplay & Story
Greg MacGillivray, Jim Freeman
Original Score
Honk
Original Title
Five Summer Stories
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 34m
Production Studios
MacGillivray Freeman Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Greg MacGillivray

Screenplay & Story

Greg MacGillivray, Jim Freeman

Original Score & Music

Honk

Director of Photography

Greg MacGillivray, Bud Browne, Jim Freeman

Producers

Greg MacGillivray, Jim Freeman

Department Leadership Roster

Greg MacGillivray

Writer

Greg MacGillivray

Producer

Greg MacGillivray

Director

Jim Freeman

Writer

Jim Freeman

Producer

Greg MacGillivray

Director of Photography

Bud Browne

Director of Photography

Jim Freeman

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Five Summer Stories.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Five Summer Stories

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

What is Five Summer Stories about?

The culmination of a ten year celebration in celluloid, Greg MacGillivray and Jim Freeman give us five-plus exciting, controversial and beautiful stories about surfing. A perspective that warns of the future while it warms the present.

Who directed Five Summer Stories?

Five Summer Stories was directed by Greg MacGillivray.

Who stars in Five Summer Stories?

The principal cast of Five Summer Stories includes Eddie Aikau, Dru Harrison, Sam Hawk, Gerry Lopez, David Nuuhiwa.

When was Five Summer Stories released and how long is it?

Five Summer Stories was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.

Who composed the musical score for Five Summer Stories?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Five Summer Stories was composed by Honk.