Documentary

THE ARMSTRONGS

DESCRIPTION

The Armstrongs - a short film documenting a South African surfing family that lives a life not many would deem conventional. Ian (46), a provider, shaper, former Big Wave World Champion and above all else, a father, along with his wife Lee (45) and their 8 children and 1 grandson redefine what is normal and challenge the perspective of modern family values. The Armstrongs share strong bonds with each other and the ocean; making a point of placing well being, unity, love and a genuine connection with nature above financial gain and status. This is their story.

A film by Eyeforce

In association with Stitch Post

The Armstrongs - a short film documenting a South African surfing family that lives a life not many would deem conventional. Ian (46), a provider, shaper, former Big Wave World Champion and above all else, a father, along with his wife Lee (45) and their 8 children and 1 grandson redefine what is normal and challenge the perspective of modern family values. The Armstrongs share strong bonds with each other and the ocean; making a point of placing well being, unity, love and a genuine connection with nature above financial gain and status. This is their story.

A film by Eyeforce

In association with Stitch Post

The Armstrongs - a short film documenting a South African surfing family that lives a life not many would deem conventional. Ian (46), a provider, shaper, former Big Wave World Champion and above all else, a father, along with his wife Lee (45) and their 8 children and 1 grandson redefine what is normal and challenge the perspective of modern family values. The Armstrongs share strong bonds with each other and the ocean; making a point of placing well being, unity, love and a genuine connection with nature above financial gain and status. This is their story.

A film by Eyeforce

In association with Stitch Post

Credits

Director - Arthur Neumeier

Editor - Jaco Läubscher

Producer - Mascha Spaans

Cinematographer - Arthur Neumeier

2nd Camera operators - Bjorn Baay & Mascha Spaans

Colorist - Nic Apostoli

Final Mix - Tim Pringle

Additional Dungeons footage - Neil Webster / Fixer Film

Music:

In the clouds - Be still the Earth

The Glory fields - Ben winwood

David and I - Giants and Pelgrims

Wild Strawberries - Eternal Tapestry

Mountain Primrose - Eternal Tapestry

Ancient Echoes - Eternal Tapestry

When stars align - Caleb Etheridge

Milchizedek - Giants and Pelgrims

Maidenhair Spleenwort - Eternal Tapestry

A special thanks to the whole Armstrong family:

Ian Armstrong, Lee Armstrong, Holly Armstrong, Max Armstrong, Ruth Armstrong, Asha Armstrong, Maya Armstrong, Rosa Armstrong, Amy Armstrong, Levi Armstrong and grandson Elijah Armstrong

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