A Jason Momoa-narrated paean to pioneering surfing legend Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, whose lifespan (from 1890 to 1968) witnessed monumental change in his native Hawaii...

Full Review | Oct 25, 2023

Go and see Waterman, even if you think you're not interested in a film about a surfing legend. There is so much more here to see.

Full Review | Original Score: 4.5/5 | Nov 17, 2022

Waterman is a vigorously beautiful and deeply rich exploration of one of America’s most overlooked heroes.

Full Review | Apr 22, 2022

I love that this movie brings him back to the fore, and tells us just what a wonderful man he was.

Full Review | Apr 19, 2022

We could all learn something from Duke, and his culture, during these divisive times.

Full Review | Original Score: 8/10 | Apr 13, 2022

Duke Paoa Kahanamoku didnt always get the financial and popular success he merited during his lifetime; he deserves a proper tribute, and Waterman absolutely fits the bill

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Apr 12, 2022

A grand feel-good remembrance of an epic life, a documentary that could make even non-surfers and haoles swell with tearful pride that the human race ever produced this bronze god who walked among us and changed the world.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/4 | Apr 1, 2022