Len is a Surf Lifesaving champion, a legend in the cloistered surf club just like his father. When the younger, faster, and fitter Phil arrives at the club, Len’s legendary status starts to crumble. Then Len sees Phil arriving in the company of another man. Phil is gay.
Acting
Levett's physically terrifying unraveling.
Cinematography
Wet bodies as weapons and wounds.
Direction
Francis makes the beach feel claustrophobic.
Director
Dean Francis
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Stephen Davis's play, originally performed with the same cast—Levett developed Len's physicality through years of live performance, explaining that terrifying body language.
The film sparked walkouts at its 2015 Mardi Gras premiere—not from homophobes, but from queer audiences unprepared for its unflinching portrayal of internalized hatred within gay spaces.
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