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Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War (2008)

Movie 52 min

BETWEEN THE LINES explores the Vietnam War through the prism of the surfing sub-culture. The film looks at the dramatic effect that the Vietnam War and draft had on young American men who rode waves. Narrated by John Milius, Between the Lines explores the choice that most draft age surfers faced during the Vietnam War era: either go to war or evade the draft. It was one or the other. Between the Lines delves into the lives of two surfers who choose opposite paths. Pat Farley and Brant Page. While following the lives of these two surfers the film chronicles the impact of the Vietnam War on the surfing lifestyle. From the peaceful shores of Hawaii to the canopy jungles of Vietnam, Between the Lines excavates the surfing cultures response to an extraordinary circumstance.

Scott Bass Director Ty Ponder Director

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Quick facts

Released
June 26, 2008
Runtime
52 min
IMDb
tt1258192

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Frequently asked questions

What is Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War about?
BETWEEN THE LINES explores the Vietnam War through the prism of the surfing sub-culture. The film looks at the dramatic effect that the Vietnam War and draft had on young American men who rode waves. Narrated by John Milius, Between the Lines explores the choice that most draft age surfers faced during the Vietnam War era: either go to war or evade the draft. It was one or the other. Between the Lines delves into the lives of two surfers who choose opposite paths. Pat Farley and Brant Page. While following the lives of these two surfers the film chronicles the impact of the Vietnam War on the surfing lifestyle. From the peaceful shores of Hawaii to the canopy jungles of Vietnam, Between the Lines excavates the surfing cultures response to an extraordinary circumstance.
Who directed Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War?
Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War was directed by Scott Bass, Ty Ponder.
Who stars in Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War?
Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War stars John Milius.
When was Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War released?
Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War is a 2008 documentary film.
Where can I watch Between the Lines: The True Story of Surfers and the Vietnam War?
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