The path to enlightenment begins at the world’s deadliest wave.
This feature-length documentary from award-winning documentary filmmaker Stacy Peralta lifts the veil on one of surfing’s most enigmatic heroes, Gerry Lopez—a man who’s as radical as he is Zen.Â
There is a $10 suggested donation to benefit Anacostia Riverkeeper.
The path to enlightenment begins at the world’s deadliest wave. Gerry Lopez, aka Mr. Pipeline, is one of surfing’s most enigmatic heroes—a Zen Buddhist on land who built his early career on cutthroat, aggressive surfing. Patagonia Films’ The Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez—directed by award-winning filmmaker Stacy Peralta—follows one of the most influential surfers and surfboard shapers of all time as he brings surfing to new frontiers while pursuing stillness of body and mind.
Come ride the lightning.
Run Time: 100mins
Watch the trailer below.
This event is at our Old Town location (815 1/2 King St.), is free and open to the public - suggested $10 donation to benefit Anacostia Riverkeeper.
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7:30pm - Doors open
8:00pm - Film premiere
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Limited edition Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez pint cups and posters, as well as copies of Gerry's book, Surf Is Where You Find It, will be available for purchase, with all proceeds benefiting our nonprofit partners.
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Refreshments will be provided!
To keep event participants safe, we ask that you follow these protocols:
· First and foremost, we ask that you stay home if you've been experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms.
· Masks are optional
· Social Distancing at your comfort
· Sanitizing Stations throughout the store
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If you have any questions about our COVID-19 protocols, please give us a call during store hours at: 571-771-3214.
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