The Inevitable Return

A short documentary film that explores the history of how military technology and atomic testing became entangled in contemporary surfing amongst the beaches of the San Diego area. Using vérité footage and animation, the film follows Shuuluk, a Kumeyaay surfer, who interacts daily with the resulting effects and complexities of occupation on his land and in his sport, and reclaims it as a practice of joy, play, and connection.

Country:
Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

27 minutes

Year:

2025

Director:

Zachary Zezima

Cast:
Shuuluk Leo-Retz

Crew:
Zachary Zezima

Director

Zachary Zezima

Producer

Dina Gilio-Whitaker

Producer

Marc Chavez

Producer

Shuuluk Leo-Retz

Producer