Jul 30, 2014 as america reels in the aftermath of a congress incapable of compromise, reconciliation or sacrifice, hawaiian. The legend of eddie aikau is a film about the iconic hawaiian surfer, eddie aikau. Eddie aikaus younger brother, clyde won the first event held at waimea in 1987. The legend of eddie aikau, which will premiere on tuesday. Pretty much everything about his life has been covered on this upcoming documentary film which was directed by sam george. And the footage in the film of eddie aikau at 17yearsold, charging 20foot plus waimea, is a study in pure hawaiian surfing.
Each year on the north shore, december 1 marks the opening of the eddie aikua bigwave invitational contest at waimea bay. In honor of aikau, a legendary hawaiian waterman, lifeguard and waimea bay surfer, the quiksilver is only held when wave heights exceed 20 feet and allow for a full day. Conditions need to be just right for the eddie aikau competition to be called. The story of eddie aikau, hawaiian hero download online. Edward ryan makua hanai aikau, commonly known as eddie, was an ace surfer, a patriotic hawaiian, and a good friend to everyone who knew him.
Espn couldnt have premiered a more restorative 30 for 30 documentary if they had planned it. Mar 16, 2018 30 for 30 s02e09 hawaiian the legend of eddie aikau. In 1986, the quiksilver in memory of eddie aikau invitational surf competition was started in eddie s honor and was won by clyde aikau, eddie s brother who was also an excellent big wave surfer. Espn films announces the return of the peabody awardwinning film series 30 for 30 with hawaiian. Features aikau family in mourning after apparent murdersuicide. Gerald aikau, nephew of clyde and eddie, takes his own life after murdering his son. The legend of eddie aikau, a 20 tribeca film festival. Its a phrase that has long carried deep meaning with countless hawaiians and surfers worldwide.
He reached many milestones in his lifetime, surfing 15foot waves at sunset beach in 1967, and then startling surfers that same year by taking off on an estimated 40 foot set wave at the. The legend of eddie aikau goes beyond those famous three words and chronicles the remarkable life and power of. Feb 09, 2016 tomorrow, the quiksilver in memory of eddie aikau surfing contest, known simply as the eddie, will run at waimea bay on the north shore of oahu for the first time since 2009. He is famous for those big wave events that are being held in his honor at the waimea bay in hawaii. The legend of eddie aikau tv episode 20 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Hes credited with saving more than 500 people during his brief. The legend of eddie aikau trailer director sam george chronicles the remarkable life and times of the late eddie aikau, the legendary hawaiian big wave surfer, pioneering lifeguard and ultimately doomed crew member of the polynesian voyaging canoe hokulea. Eddie aikau s brother, clyde aikau, won the second eddie in 1986. Watch the wavebywave recap of the final heat of the eddie. Edward ryon makuahanai aikau kahului, hawaii, may 4, 1946 march 17, 1978 was a. The legend of eddie aikau is on netflix, and get news and updates, on decider. In 1980 the hokulea was rebuilt and set off again and it reached tahiti in 29 days. During the 1970s he haunted the waimea shore in hawaii, and as a lifeguard saved dozens of lives. Everything you need to know about the eddie aikau surfing.
Details include the date it was added to netflix in the usa, any known expiry dates and new episodesseasons, the ratings and cast etc. A wide stance for stability, but a lithe upper body, and micro. The remarkable life of eddie aikau, legendary hawaiian big wave surfer, pioneering. The quiksilver in memory of eddie aikau surfing event has been running for 16 years but has in fact only been run to completion a total of five times, including todays event. The legend of eddie aikau chronicles the remarkable life. Jun 23, 2008 according to his supporters, this is a story of a brave, selfless hawaiian who risked his life surfing large waves and passed on attempting to save his crew. The eddie aikau foundation is a charitable organization created to share eddie aikau s life, contributions and accomplishments while promoting education and the advancement of hawaiian culture. The man is remembered as different things to many different people big wave surfer, brother, son, lifeguard, voyager, hero, hawaiian. The legend of eddie aikau here is all the information you need about 30 for 30. A new film honoring north shore legend eddie aikau.
Eddie aikauthe great hawaiian surfer rides espn wave. The legend of eddie aikau goes beyond those famous three words and chronicles the remarkable life and power of eddie aikau, the legendary hawaiian big wave surfer, pioneering lifeguard and ultimately doomed crew member of the polynesian voyaging canoe hokulea. With josh brolin, eddie aikau, clyde aikau, myra aikau. The legend of eddie aikau tv episode 20 soundtracks on imdb. This could be the biggest eddie in 40 years, said clyde aikau. And the big name surfers, selected in a poll among peers, always show up to participateid like to believe thats because the reputation of eddie aikau is that powerful in the world of surfing. The legend of eddie aikau is streaming, if 30 for 30. Austin, texas, band full service recorded a song about eddie aikau called in a rescue, found on their 2006 album recess. In the nearly 30year history of the event, only 8 titles have been awarded.
It is only held when the size of the waves consistently reach between 30 and 40ft. With its rich combination of archival imagery, dramatic reenactments. Director sam george chronicles the remarkable life and times of the late eddie aikau, the legendary hawaiian big wave surfer, pioneering. They performed the song at the full service circus in may 20. Get news, videos, photos and results from the world surf leagues 2015 quiksilver in memory of eddie aikau surf competition. The 201516 season marks the 31th anniversary of the quiksilver in memory of eddie aikau. The legend of eddie aikau premiered as the latest installment in espns 30 for 30 documentary series. So scroll down for more information or share the link on social media to let your friends. He was the first life guard hired by honolulu to protect beachgoers on the north shore. Memorable quotes and exchanges from movies, tv series and more. Officially entitled, the quiksilver in memory of eddie aikau, a world surfing league specialty event, this much anticipated hawaii surf event was called on for february 25, 2016 at waimea bay on oahus north shore. In 1971, aikaus dedication and perseverance to rescuing people, even in the face of surf that reached 30 feet high, was rewarded with the.
The saying, actions speak louder than words is very much a part of his story. Jan 11, 2010 a respected lifeguard, surfer, and waterman, edward ryan aikau eddie aikau, was born on may 4, 1946, in kahului, maui, and was a fullblooded hawaiian. The legend of eddie aikau, premiered at the 20 tri beca film festival and in october 20 will screen as part of espn s prestigious 30 for 30 documentary. The legend of eddie aikau chronicles the remarkable life and times of the late eddie aikau, the legendary hawaiian big wave surfer, pioneering lifeguard and ultimately doomed crew member. My knowledge of big wave surfing is mostly limited to a few classic surf movies and the transcendent. Espn player to premiere two brand new 30 for 30 documentaries on. In 1967, aikau was hired as the first lifeguard at waimea bay on oahus north shore, where waves frequently reach 30 feet or higher. The foundation strives to inspire people to develop a strong sense of pride in themselves, their heritage and their community through eddie s remarkable. Espn films 30 for 30 the legend of eddie aikau turtle bay. They are the only native hawaiians to win the duke kahanamoku invitational surfing championship. The eddie aikau essay contest eddie aikau foundation. Aikau, who died in a rescue attempt following the capsizing of the polynesian voyaging canoe hokulea in 1978, is one of the bestknown, least known figure in. The legend of eddie aikau from season 3 at my watchlist keep track of your favorite shows and movies, across all your devices. May 04, 2019 in 1971, aikaus dedication and perseverance to rescuing people, even in the face of surf that reached 30 feet high, was rewarded with the honour lifeguard of the year.
It is through this legendary presence that the quiksilver in memory of eddie aikau event was established. The legend of eddie aikau, an examination of the life of a pioneering bigwave surfer. Director and former professional surfer sam george profiles the legendary eddie aikau in this documentary that employs archival footage as well as. Aikau, today best known for risking his life in towering surf, was really foremost a life saver. The eddie has been running for 26 years since it was first held at sunset beach in 1985. Oct 01, 20 espns awardwinning 30 for 30 series continues this fall with a handful of more stories, perhaps none more interesting than hawaiian. Director sam george chronicles the remarkable life and times of the late eddie aikau, the legendary hawaiian big wave surfer, pioneering lifeguard and. Big wave surfing in hawaii was at its finest during the 31st annual eddie aikau surf competition. Consistent wave faces of at least 30 feet in waimea bay throughout the day. Download the tv guide app for iphone, ipad and android. Sam george, an exprofessional surfer, directed a 30 for 30 documentary about aikau called hawaiian. Google doodle honors legendary surfer eddie aikau, savior of.
The legend of eddie aikau chronicles the remarkable life and times of the late eddie aikau, the legendary hawaiian big wave surfer, pioneering lifeguard and ultimately doomed crew member of the polynesian voyaging canoe hokulea. Aside from being a surfer, he was also a hawaiian lifeguard who has saved so many lives. In the nearly 30 year history of the event, only 8 titles have been awarded. Espns acclaimed 30 for 30 series returns tonight with its 52nd entry, hawaiian.
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