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IMDb20241h 34mAustralia

The Blind Sea

“50 foot wave. 3% vision.”

Synopsis

Australian blind surfer Matt Formston’s mettle is pushed to the limits in this thrilling documentary. With only 3% vision, the 4x World Champion attempts his most fearsome and dangerous challenge yet, surfing the monster waves of Nazaré.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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

TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2024-05-08

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Sydney Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Daniel Fenech
Screenplay & Story
Daniel Fenech
Original Title
The Blind Sea
Country of Origin
Australia
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 34m
Production Studios
Brick Studios, Bonsai Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Daniel Fenech

Screenplay & Story

Daniel Fenech

Film Editing

Daniel Fenech

Department Leadership Roster

Daniel Fenech

Editor

Daniel Fenech

Director

Daniel Fenech

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Blind Sea

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

What is The Blind Sea about?

Australian blind surfer Matt Formston’s mettle is pushed to the limits in this thrilling documentary. With only 3% vision, the 4x World Champion attempts his most fearsome and dangerous challenge yet, surfing the monster waves of Nazaré.

Who directed The Blind Sea?

The Blind Sea was directed by Daniel Fenech.

Who stars in The Blind Sea?

The principal cast of The Blind Sea includes Matt Formston, Dylan Longbottom, Layne Beachley, Sam Bloom, Joel Parkinson.

When was The Blind Sea released and how long is it?

The Blind Sea was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Blind Sea?

The Blind Sea holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.).