Water Brother: The Sid Abbruzzi Story

Heartfelt, well-edited and illuminating.

COMING SOON OPENS in 5 days, Oct. 22

Water Brother: The Sid Abbruzzi Story

WATER BROTHER is a feature documentary that follows the life of Sid Abbruzzi, an East Coast legend and culture icon. The film explores Sid's lifelong passion for surfing, skating, and his commitment to protecting the sport's history and culture.

Through a mix of never-before-seen archival film, personal interviews, and large format
cinematic footage, including interviews with culture giants such as Tony Hawk, Shepard Fairey, Selema Masekela and more; this documentary takes the audience on a journey through the history of surfing and skating- from 1960s Newport to Santa Cruz, Cocoa Beach, South Africa's Jeffrey's Bay, and beyond.

As Sid approaches the age of 72, the film captures the final days of his famous Water Brothers Surf & Skate shop, set to be demolished. It delves into the impact of the shop's closure on the local community and the broader surf and skate world. The documentary emphasizes the importance of memory, personal history, and living in the moment, reminding us to cherish our past and preserve cultural heritage.

WATER BROTHER is apoignant reflection on a life well-lived and a heartfelt tribute to the
enduring spirit of surf culture. It celebrates the individuals and places that transcend surfing and skating from mere hobbies, showing how one man's dedication can inspire an entire community.
Not Rated
Genre
Documentary, Sport
Runtime
91
Language
English
Director
Charles Kinnane, Daniel Kinnane
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Monica Film Center
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1332 2nd Street