Waterman
Watch TrailerFive-time Olympic medalist and Native Hawaiian Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku shattered records and brought surfing to the world while overcoming a lifetime of personal challenges. Waterman explores his journey and legacy as a legendary swimmer, trailblazer, and the undisputed father of modern-day surfing, following the sport’s first-time inclusion in this year’s Summer Olympics – a fitting tribute to his work promoting the sport around the globe.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2022 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary, History |
| Director | Isaac Halasima |
| Runtime | 88 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 9.0/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
"Waterman" transcends the standard sports biopic to become a poignant chronicle of cultural ambassadorship. It beautifully captures the duality of Duke Kahanamoku's life: an Olympic champion bound by strict lanes and a free soul defined by the endless horizon.
What lingers after the credits roll is a profound respect for the quiet dignity with which he carried the weight of his heritage, sharing the aloha spirit with the world through a wooden plank and an unwavering smile. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Isaac Halasima
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The scent of salt air, the warmth of sun-baked wood, and the rhythmic, ancient heartbeat of the sea.
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