The Fisherman’s Son

Chris Malloy | 2015 | 29 min.

2016 Official Selection

Born and raised in a small fishing community in Chile, Ramón Navarro found his passion riding some of the biggest waves on the planet. From humble beginnings at Punta de Lobos, his skill and bravery in the ocean brought him national fame in his home country and made him a star in the surfing world. But today, his accomplishments in giant waves are just one part of a bigger vision to preserve the culture and environment of his beloved Chilean coast. The Fisherman’s Son focuses on Ramón’s rise to fame and how he’s using his legend status in surfing to speak out for the protection of his lifelong home.