Program Category: Travel & Adventure

Taylor Steele’s brand new film – MISSING – puts ASP World Champion Mick Fanning in some of the most radical places on the planet alongside his good friends John John Florence, Jordy Smith, Matt Wilkinson and Tom Curren. Under the direction of the world renowned film-maker, the project takes Mick Fanning out of the competition world of the ASP, gives him a boarding pass with a blank destination and for 21 days he is relocated all over the world with only a passport, suitcase and surfboard at his disposal. As a result, the surfing is special, raw and some of the best that you’ll see on screen this year. From Africa and Ireland to Central America and Spain, the experience literally is life changing for Mick Fanning.

In a season of death on Mount Everest, the story of Lincoln Hall’s resurrection has captivated the planet. His simple story of survival thanks to the kindness of a stranger has touched the hearts of a world hungry for heroes.

As part of the recovery from the mental, physical and emotional injuries they suffered while on peace-keeping missions in Afghanistan and other war-ravaged countries, twelve Canadian soldiers struggle up Island Peak, a 20,305 ft. high (6,096 m) mountain in the Himalayas near Mt. Everest. Their climb helps support other wounded vets regain independence and fulfilling lives.

The M7 Multisport TV is jam packed with plenty of action and adventure satisfying the huge demand for the contemporary adventure sports market in Australasia and around the rest of the world. This Beyond Action initiated series focuses on production and distribution of international and domestic adventure and multi discipline sporting events. The series not only showcases the events, but also the people, and products that make up the adventure sports market set amongst the spectacular backdrops of adventure sport locations. M7 also includes informative tips, new products/gear, and great innovations in this action packed international series.

This is the untold story of how a group of maverick surfer drug-smugglers established Europe’s surf scene. In the 1960s and 70s, the Basque region was made for surfers: lax law enforcement, empty waves, endless partying and beautiful women. They lived like rock stars, playing an adrenaline junkie’s game of drug smuggling so they could surf, travel and party. Multi-million dollar dope deals went down every day and a big score could keep them going for months. With exclusive access to one of the wildest surf zones on earth we’ll meet its legendary characters – guys like Micky “Da Cat” Dora who left Malibu to drink fine wine, surf perfect waves and smuggle diamonds in France and Jeff Hakman, a Hawaiian big wave charger who – whilst struggling with a heroin addiction – built the Quiksilver surf empire.

This series takes us on a journey through the beautiful scenery of New Zealand with hunter, bow-maker and bush- craftsman Owen Boynton. With the help of local experts who explain the unique attributes of each region, he unearth’s historical approaches to hunting, fishing and bush- craft practice along the way.

Whatever the weather or conditions from baking sun to snow blizzards, Owen will uncover a unique view of New Zealand from the people that live off the land and seeks to recapture the traditional knowledge and techniques that have been lost in the modern industrialization of the food chain.

Follow Owen as we witness traditional hunting methods and expert survival skills all set against the stunning backdrop of the New Zealand landscape.

Exploring sites of history, culture, and natural beauty, she is on a quest for treasures. Treasures, which tell the story of the people whose heritage are under threat. She is Linda Black, your Heritage Hunter.

First Love is a feature length surf movie that takes an in depth look into the lives of three passionate young girls from Phillip Island en route to making a career out of surfing.The film documents the everyday lives of Nikki van Dijk, India Payne and Jess Laing, the trials and tribulations of training, competitions and injury. The camera follows them to Hawaii for their first crack at the heavy North Shore waves, where we gain and insight into the world and lifestyle of Hawaiian female surfers.

Far Nørth is a 40 minute film which took Player five years to make, and the end result is Cinematic experience unlike any other. The movie takes the viewer on an epic journey that juxtaposes between the vast natural beauty of Winter in the North, and Ben’s drive to push the limitations of his body, mind and sport, offering a dramatic insight into how far an athlete is willing to go to try and be the best.