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Shane Dorian

Born July 19, 1972 · Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USA (age 54)

Patrick Shane Dorian (born July 19, 1972), or "Shane", is an American surfer from Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. He spent 11 years touring on the World Championship Tour as a professional surfer. Dorian quit competition surfing in 2003 to focus on big waves. He is currently a big wave surfer and one of the best in the world at big wave riding.

Known For

Out ThereOut There · 2008
Out There
2008
MovieActionAdventure
Teton Gravity Research (TGR) presents OUT THERE, a 16mm and HiDef film taking a progressive, fresh look at what faces the surf world today. Humankind threatens many pristine and favorite surf breaks and surfers need to take action. In partnership with the Surfrider Foundation, TGR’s OUT THERE takes viewers to a variety of breaks around the world, showcasing the cutting edge surfing of today. Through the eyes and experiences of surfers and locals, the film takes a thought-provoking look into the environmental destruction threatening key surf spots such as Trestles in Southern California, surf in Southern Chile threatened by pulp mills, Teahupoo and its growing popularity, mainland Mexico, North Shore Hawaii near the Turtle Bay development and beyond.
Momentum IIMomentum II · 1993
Momentum II
1993
Movie
After Momentum I... the next logical step? MOMENTUM II. More polish. More production. More ripping. But the formula remains the same. Sick sections from the next generation of rising talents. Kelly Slater. Rob Machado. Shane Dorian. Taylor Knox. Kalani Robb. Benji Weatherly. And more. No one could have predicted the success of the first Momentum. And Taylor's immediate response -- even before it's success -- was to keep doing what he was doing: documenting a new generation of rising talent.
In God's HandsIn God's Hands · 1998
In God's Hands
★ 5.01998
MovieAdventure
Three pro surfers - gifted Shane, once-great Mickey and rising young star Keoni travel to Madagascar, Bali and Hawaii in search for the ultimate wave.
MomentumMomentum · 1992
Momentum
1992
Movie
MOMENTUM marks the beginning of a new era in surfing. Featuring some of the first sections of New School surfers Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Shane Dorian, Ross Williams, Benji Weatherly, Kalani Robb and more, Taylor Steele's 1991 breakout VHS release changed the way surf movies were made for the next decade and became the namesake for The Momentum Generation of surfers. In 2007, Momentum was listed as #3 on Surfing Magazine's "Greatest Surf Movies of All Time."
CampaignCampaign · 2003
Campaign
2003
MovieDocumentary
Pro surfers are the solution in coorporate marketing. As they say in the ad game, Surfing sells. Campaign is a comedy that mocks corporate America combined with the most mind blowing surfing of today.
FocusFocus · 1994
Focus
1994
Movie
Poor Specimen Productions presents a Taylor Steele film featuring Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Shane Dorian, Ross Williams, Taylor Knox, Donovan Frankenreiter, Justin Postin, Sunny Garcia and introducing Tim Curran!
The ShowThe Show · 1997
The Show
1997
Movie
Greg Browning as a lost space traveler, Chris Malloy as a cowboy, Shane Dorian and Taylor Knox as street thugs, Rob Machado as the Godfather? Sounds more like a night at the local multiplex than one of the greatest surf films of all time.
Rise AboveRise Above · 2003
Rise Above
2003
Movie
Rise Above is the first surfing video released from Seven Films. Directed by Ryan Ray and D. Miele, Rise Above features: Hawaii’s Winter 2002/2003–Backdoor, Off The Wall, Rocky Point and Pipeline featuring standout performances by Joel Parkinson, Andy Irons, Shane Dorian, Taj Burrow and everyone else who was ripping! Exclusive Mentawais boat trip footage of young guns Sean Moody, Brian Pacheco, Jason Shibata & Geoff Brack (and of course, Gavin Beschen) Mick Fanning, Mike Losness & …more Jamie O’Brien on The Search in Indonesia West Oz with CJ & Damien Hobgood, Andy Irons and more… 2002 Freesurf sessions at J-Bay, including a standout performance by Kelly Slater Shane Dorian solo dominating a ledging South African right-hander Andy Irons’ Pipe Masters win and his World Championship moment California’s Winter 2003, focusing on Orange County’s favorite right-hand barrel.

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Out ThereOut There · 2008
Out There
2008
MovieActionAdventure
Teton Gravity Research (TGR) presents OUT THERE, a 16mm and HiDef film taking a progressive, fresh look at what faces the surf world today. Humankind threatens many pristine and favorite surf breaks and surfers need to take action. In partnership with the Surfrider Foundation, TGR’s OUT THERE takes viewers to a variety of breaks around the world, showcasing the cutting edge surfing of today. Through the eyes and experiences of surfers and locals, the film takes a thought-provoking look into the environmental destruction threatening key surf spots such as Trestles in Southern California, surf in Southern Chile threatened by pulp mills, Teahupoo and its growing popularity, mainland Mexico, North Shore Hawaii near the Turtle Bay development and beyond.
Rise AboveRise Above · 2003
Rise Above
2003
Movie
Rise Above is the first surfing video released from Seven Films. Directed by Ryan Ray and D. Miele, Rise Above features: Hawaii’s Winter 2002/2003–Backdoor, Off The Wall, Rocky Point and Pipeline featuring standout performances by Joel Parkinson, Andy Irons, Shane Dorian, Taj Burrow and everyone else who was ripping! Exclusive Mentawais boat trip footage of young guns Sean Moody, Brian Pacheco, Jason Shibata & Geoff Brack (and of course, Gavin Beschen) Mick Fanning, Mike Losness & …more Jamie O’Brien on The Search in Indonesia West Oz with CJ & Damien Hobgood, Andy Irons and more… 2002 Freesurf sessions at J-Bay, including a standout performance by Kelly Slater Shane Dorian solo dominating a ledging South African right-hander Andy Irons’ Pipe Masters win and his World Championship moment California’s Winter 2003, focusing on Orange County’s favorite right-hand barrel.
Aqua LunaAqua Luna · 2012
Aqua Luna
2012
Movie
The oldest mummies in the world are from Chile. So are some of the sickest waves. In this follow-up to Absolute Mexico, director Josh Pomer trains his eye on surfing the Chilean coast. Along for the ride are some of the best surfers in the world. The crew scores a perfect reef that breaks in both directions. Joel Parkinson steals the show with his standup no grab backside tubes. Taylor Knox puts on a display of raw power through his use of rail turns. Cory Lopez shines in the ease of backdooring the wave. Aqua Luna has an all-star cast of interviews that brings us the unique perspective of the surfers featured. Cory Lopez, Bobby Martinez and Pancho Sullivan explain the razor sharp reef and the history of surfing in Chile. Then the all-star crew heads to a wave know as The Fish Factory, where the wave doubles up and spits and is named for its distinct smell.
Distance Between DreamsDistance Between Dreams · 2016
Distance Between Dreams
★ 5.42016
MovieAdventureDocumentary
In Distance Between Dreams, the most historic year in big wave surfing comes to life through the eyes of iconic surfer Ian Walsh, as he sets mind and body in motion to redefine the upper limits of what's considered 'rideable.' With massive El Niño powered swells building across the Pacific, Ian, Shaun, D.K. and Luke Walsh band together in the way only brothers can on a quest to progress surfing to unimaginable heights. Big wave surfing's transition from jet ski assists to paddling in raises the stakes, putting Walsh's intense physical and mental training, the latest technology, swell modeling, and safety team, his brothers, to the ultimate test. Surfers John John Florence, Greg Long, Shane Dorian and more link up with Walsh as he rides an emotional rollercoaster through this momentous winter.
Pipeline Posse: Project 1Pipeline Posse: Project 1 · 2007
Pipeline Posse: Project 1
2007
Movie
Get ready for an insider's look at the world's most deadly surf break. The Posse is a group of individuals dedicated to surfing Pipe. Their story, Project 1, gives you a backstage pass to Hawaii's most infamous and deadly break. From the critical seconds in the narrow take off zone when the line-up is packed and the waves are firing, to the subsequent social vibe that permeates the North Shore winter, this movie takes you there. Experience new and unique views of the North Shore including towing-in at Pipeline & Outer Log Cabins, massive Waimea Bay and much, much more. It's time, so sit back and enjoy our story on the most feared, yet awe inspiring surf spot in the world, as told through the eyes and words of the people who live it, love it and surf it on a daily basis
Solid: The Two Days That Teahupoo Blew MindsSolid: The Two Days That Teahupoo Blew Minds
Solid: The Two Days That Teahupoo Blew Minds
Movie
When Hawaiian free-surfer Shane Dorian defied the wishes of Brock Little, his trusted Jet Ski driver, threw his tow rope and bounced into a 5m high slab of pacific ocean about to unleash on the shallow coral ledge of Teahupoo in Tahiti, he had little idea he would be riding the first wave of a two day session that would be forever etched in the history of surfing. The 1st and 2nd of May 2005 were insanely SOLID, rock SOLID and Billabong now brings you an exclusive DVD of the same name and nature. Produced by Billabong Entertainment and directed by world renowned cinematographer Jack McCoy, SOLID features never before seen vision of Teahupoo at its bone crunching best. Including exclusive Helicopter, Tower and Channel angles, SOLID tows the viewer right into the action alongside the famous 'Chopes' blow out.
BLACKWATER: The Story of a Place Called Teahupo'oBLACKWATER: The Story of a Place Called Teahupo'o · 2005
BLACKWATER: The Story of a Place Called Teahupo'o
2005
Movie
The wave is undoubtedly one of surfing's most challenging and awe-inspiring waves. As Chris Malloy comments, "that wave has changed surfing forever." The movie features fantastic surfing and commentary from a who's who of surfing, people such as Vetea David, Manoa Drollet, Shane Dorian, Kelly Slater, Tom Carroll, Mark Occhilupo, Bruce and Andy Irons, Layne Beachley, and the Hobgood brothers, to name a few. For the first time, you can see and hear it all - the myths, the facts, the history, the stories, the consequences, and most of all, the unforgettable waves. "Blackwater" contains loads of never-before-seen footage from over 25 of the world's best cameramen, exclusive interviews with over 50 great surfers, and just one big star - a surf location that's nothing short of unbelievable.
The Kill 3The Kill 3 · 1998
The Kill 3
1998
Movie
The Kill 3 is almost two hours long, making it the longest Kill movie. Pomer includes not only mass footage, but also behind-the-scenes fun and games. Ratboy goofs around hunting lizards. Tyler Smith catches a fish and releases it after getting it stoned. In addition, there are fun trips to Mexico and Hawaii. Pomer had just cemented a relationship with the legendary surfer Tom Curren and it shows in the 100% exclusive footage of Curren surfing at his own secret point break. Pomer captured the reclusive Curren in his element by riding bikes with him to this lost point and surfing with him before breaking out the camera. It offers a glimpse of Curren that can be found nowhere else: Curren surfing all by himself in his own nirvana. This is special footage of a time that is long gone. And dont forget about the Ratboy Shove-It. The first ever recorded.
Radio WavesRadio Waves · 2003
Radio Waves
2003
Movie
Here’s the Pitch: Let’s not fight the conventional surf video format, but embrace it — combining the world’s best surfers and the world’s best spots with tough, driving tunes. Hollywood Connection: {{{Rocky}}} V: At first you’re thinking, “Not another one!”, but somehow you find yourself sticking around to see how it all turns out. Best Actor: Shane Dorian. With so many good surfers — a certain 44 to be exact — it’s hard to claim one as the absolute best, but Dorian consistently pops up and out around the world, letting us know he’s still here and in championship form. Supporting Cast: Kelly, AI, Gavin, Cory, Bruce, Wardo, Occy, Taj, Joel, and Fanning. Score: Queens of the Stone Age, BT and the Roots, Nine Inch Nails, Rage Against the Machine, Galactic, etc…