Film about local shark attack survivor selected for international film festival
Caleb Swanepoel lost his right leg in a shark attack seven years ago but triumphed over adversity to become an adaptive surfing champion, a motivational speaker and an entrepreneur. His story is now being told through a short film, handpicked for its international premiere at the renowned Mountainfilm Festival held annually in Telluride, Colorado. Also read: Look: Cape Town surfer... Read more → The post Film about local shark attack survivor selected for international film festival appeared first on CapeTown ETC.
Caleb Swanepoel lost his right leg in a shark attack seven years ago but triumphed over adversity to become an adaptive surfing champion, a motivational speaker and an entrepreneur. His story is now being told through a short film, handpicked for its international premiere at the renowned Mountainfilm Festival held annually in Telluride, Colorado.
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In the short film titled And Yet, I Remain, directed by Rick Wall and Dougal Paterson, Caleb’s journey of resiliency and determination unfolds. The documentary serves as a chronicle of Caleb’s inspiring comeback to the ocean after the shark attack, where he embarked on a personal mission to excel in freediving.
It sheds light on the pivotal turning point in Caleb’s life when he faced the life-altering incident at the age of 20. Despite the numerous challenges he encountered, Caleb exhibited remarkable resilience, adapting to crutches within an astonishingly short span of three days and enduring a brief ten-day hospital stay.
Since then, Caleb’s unwavering determination has propelled him to extraordinary heights. He has triumphed as the South African Para-Surfing Champion on four occasions, claimed the Western Province Para-Surfing Championship twice and emerged victorious in the National Para-Swimming Championship. Notably, he has also secured a top-three position in the fiercely competitive South Africa Adaptive Crossfit Open.
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The upcoming premiere of And Yet, I Remain at the Mountainfilm Festival is a testament to its thought-provoking nature. The film guides viewers through Caleb’s profound journey as he gradually lets go of his relentless pursuit of victory. It offers a glimpse into the depths of Caleb’s introspection, capturing his transformative experience of embracing freediving, a realm that offers solace and a fresh perspective on the world.
Eager to share the exciting news, Caleb enthusiastically announced his film’s selection for the festival through social media. He is embarking on this momentous expedition as a proud representative of South Africa, having already showcased his short film at the esteemed Wavescape Surf and Ocean Film Festival.
Picture: @calebswanepoel / Instagram
He said, ‘Growing up, I never thought I would have the privilege of sharing a story with the world. Thanks to Dougal Patterson and Rick Wall, two incredible storytellers and friends, this has become a reality.’
Watch the trailer:
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Picture: Caleb Swanepoel / Facebook
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