We are going to show 2 films connected to the brand, first is the "Old part of San Sebastian Premier" of The Old, the Young and the Sea, dir. Mario Hainzl and Andreas Jaritz. The film has had widespread success in their screenings around Europe, America, but it has its spot in our Teatro Principal as it is probably the most ambitious documentary about european surfing, and many locals have been part of the project.

Synopsis:

The Old, the Young and the Sea embarks on an adventurous documentary trip along the Atlantic Coast of France, Spain and Portugal. The movie frames a vivid snapshot of European post modern coastal culture which is significantly influenced by the hippie heritage of the 60s, modern surfing pop industry and the vital relationship of coastal inhabitants with mother nature. The movie introduces into a world of cultural discovery, surprising encounters and the search for the spirit of traveling. For the protagonists surfing is a pervading lifestyle. All sorts of ocean lovers have their eyes on a very slim stretch of land and water. Documenting this the documentary captures a schematic picture of vibrant European life through the very personal stories of the movies protagonists.