Ben Larg is poised to grasp the professional surfing career he had always dreamt of. But just days after signing contracts with Red Bull and O’Neill he is victim to an unprovoked assault, derailing his career. The 18-year-old Scottish big wave surfer faces injuries, failed surgeries and self-doubt as he navigates the road to adulthood and battles to regain his place in one of the world’s most deadly arena’s. More than an action sports documentary, this is a coming-of-age story, exploring themes of psychological recovery, the modern day pressures of social media and the persistence to achieve a dream when the odds are stacked against you.
Raised on an Isolated Scottish island with a population of 600, Ben did the unthinkable and became Scotland’s first professional surfer. This year he took it another step and became youngest surfer to compete the WSL Tow Surf Challenge. Not only that he secured third place over some of the best in the world.
We believe this is truly, a one of a kind surf documentary, with themes relatable to those within and outwith the surfing world. We discuss localism openly with input from top names Nic Von Rupp and Andrew Cotton and see the pressures of the action sports, paying respect to the grit of young athletes today.
Beyond the Island – Exclusive Preview Screenings 26th & 27th of April at Lost Shore Surf Resort
