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200 Dolphins
(1 minute, 1 seconds)
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200 Dolphins -
When mom yelled "Dolphins!", the crew stampeded on deck to greet an ocean
teeming with gasping, curious mammals. This was our biggest pod of dolphins
ever and the
final ocean crossing of our circumnavigation. Morgan describes the
incredible experience for all of us...
Our unbiased critic says: "Who among us hasn't jerked awake in the night
to ask "What if Flipper went on a road trip with his extended family?" |
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Warp Speed
(4 minutes, 4 seconds)
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Warp Speed -
Our passage from Gibraltar to the Canary Islands gave us an opportunity to
try out a storm management technique called "streaming warps".
Basically, it means dragging ropes through the water in a last-ditch attempt
to slow down....which we really wanted to do after our boat speed
exceed 18 knots while surfing down massive waves. This clip features a
friend of ours (Morgan) who joined us for the Atlantic Ocean crossing.
Our unbiased critic says: "An unbelievable feature-length
clip....like The Perfect Storm, but with big waves." |
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Ernest Says
Willy's Had Enough
(1 minute, 42 seconds)
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Ernest Says Willy's Had
Enough - What happens when you drift too close to a pod of
pilot whales in mid ocean? Papa whale blew warning bubbles, dove under
the boat, then surfaced between our hulls to deliver an impromptu
squeaky tirade. I have heard of yachts getting rammed by whales, so it
was good to escape with just a scolding. Mama and Baby were curious
and stuck around for filming after Papa left.
Our unbiased critic says: "A shocking final chapter to the Free Willy
saga... Ernest would never be truly free until he told off the humans who
put his cousin in the theme park in the first place." |
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In Case of Scurvy
(53 seconds)
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In Case of Scurvy -
Captains need to be prepared for all eventualities on the open ocean.
Dad demonstrates what will happen if his crew is incapacitated by scurvy and
he is left to accomplish a two-man job by himself.
Our unbiased critic says: "A poignant portrayal of one man's
fight against acres of sail fabric." |
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Calamity
Strikes!
(1 minute)
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Calamity Strikes! - Mom
was on night watch when she heard strange vibrations from our port engine.
The next morning we stopped the boat and I dove in to solve the mystery.
It was my first open ocean swim (which was a bit eerie thanks to my
imagination, Jaws, Discovery Channel's Shark Week, and National Geographic's
Irritable and Deadly Creatures of
the Deep).
Our unbiased critic says: "Jaws meets Greenpeace!
Calamity heralds the birth of an explosive new cinematic genre:
Oceanographic Drama." |
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What Is The Meltemi?
(48 seconds)
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What Is The Meltemi? -
Gale force winds in the eastern Med blow consistently enough to earn names
like "scirocco", "meltemi", and "conan the destroyer"
depending on their strength and direction. While pinned down off the Greek
island of Niseros, Dad developed a sophisticated technique for measuring
wind strength.
Our unbiased critic says: "It blew me away! Thankfully
this clip doesn't waste time on outmoded special effects. I've seen
enough of flying houses and airborne livestock....what I
really want from Hollywood is low-tech-towel-waving honesty. Thanks
for showing us the way." |
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Dream Machine
(25 seconds)
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Dream Machine -
A surprise reunion in Marmaris, Turkey. We met the original owners of
Quest in the Marquesas Islands ten years ago and sailed in company
with them to New Zealand. They sold the boat and Dad has been lusting
after it ever since.
Our unbiased critic says: "If Batman ever wants a boat that isn't
black or bat-shaped but sails like it has afterburners, he'll buy Quest." |
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SCUBA Dancing
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SCUBA Dancing -
Underwater footage from Sarah's final SCUBA certification dive in the Phi
Phi islands. While her fellow students focus on mundane things like
air tank pressures and decompression tables, she chooses to bust a move.
Our unbiased critic says: "Sheer cinematic brilliance...all the magic
of The Little Mermaid in a slick, Dirty Dancing package.
Eat your heart out, Swayze!" |
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Why Is Dad Doing This?
(10 seconds)
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Why Is Dad Doing This? - We went
to a cobra show in Phuket where they asked for audience volunteers to put a
finger in an angry snake's mouth. Dad and I clung to our cameras in
shame while a scared but willing lady from Belgium exposed us for the wusses
we were. Two days later we went back to the snake show for more
filming, but this time we had no excuses. Dad dared me, I dared him,
and everything escalated from there...(P.S. That's me you hear cheering Dad
on after the snake lunges at him.)
Our unbiased critic says: "Amazing! Never before have I
witnessed such pointless bravery....this is a clip to treasure." |
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Why Is David Doing This?
(7 seconds)
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Why is David Doing This?
- I should point out that although this snake has teeth, it is non-venomous
and doesn't have fangs. Kids, don't try this at home...especially if
your parents are lawyers. And if you do and they are, definitely
don't tell them you saw it on this website.
Our unbiased critic says: "I was so inspired by this clip that I went
to the pet store, bought a snake, took it home, stuck my finger in its
mouth, called the emergency room, then had the doctor sew it back on." |
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Why Would Anyone Do This?
(7 seconds)
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Why Would Anyone Do This?
- Part of each snake show is dedicated to teaching the public about
snakes and how to treat them, but I can't remember if this is a "Do" or
"Don't Do". Seriously, though. This is a King Cobra, which means
that he is so big and mean that he slithers around eating smaller, regular
cobras. Life Rule #532: Don't kiss King Cobras.
Do not try this at home, or in anyone else's home. This man is a
professional snake handler.
Our unbiased critic says: "I'm glad they issued such an ironclad
disclaimer with this clip. It only just stopped me from making another
trip to the pet store." |
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Foosball
(9 seconds)
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Foosball - Pool and
foosball tables line the streets of Aden, Yemen. While strolling
through the market, Dad got challenged to a friendly game of foos by a young
Yemeni man. A crowd rapidly materialized to witness Dad unleash his
athletic prowess...
Our unbiased critic says: "This is the sports movie I've been waiting
for. Sure, it's only 9 seconds long, but it packs more emotional punch
than 1000 Rockys. Viva la Foos!" |
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That Doesn't Look So Hard
(1 minute, 6 seconds)
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That Doesn't Look So Hard
- A title reflecting the last thoughts of many a kite surfer... This project
was born after I filmed a 20 minute kite surfing session of my kiting
instructor, Nikolai. In an unsuccessful attempt to procure free
lessons, I edited the footage, recorded a soundtrack, and burned an
interactive DVD in 16 sleepless hours. Although no lessons were
forthcoming (and the people on the boat next door are still mad at me for
recording hand drums at midnight) I'm still proud to present you with the
finished product.
Filmed at the kiting mecca of Hurghada, Egypt.
Our unbiased critic says: "Before I saw this film, I didn't
understand what could possess someone to strap a giant kite to their torso
and spit in the face of the wind gods. Now it makes perfect sense.
Thanks, David!" |
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World's Shortest Camel Ride
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World's Shortest Camel Ride -
Sarah's ride at the pyramids of Giza wasn't actually this short, but let's
be honest: The standing up and sitting down are the most exciting parts...
Our unbiased critic says: "Reminiscent of Hitchcock's early work, I
felt the camel's belch at the end of this clip gave satisfying closure." |
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Ride 'em Camelboy
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Ride 'em Camelboy -
Filmed on a very windy day in Aswan, Egypt. If you haven't seen Dad
ride a camel (and that probably includes most of you), then you should watch
this clip.
Our unbiased critic says: "I never expected a simple video clip about
a camel ride to move me this deeply. It's a flawless blend of Old West
traditions with the mystery of the Orient." |
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Superdonkey
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Superdonkey - I call this
animal "Superdonkey" in honor of its incredible pace up the canyon in
Petra, Jordan. The climb to a tomb called the "Monastery" has over 900
steps. In order to film Mom astride her steed, I had to sprint ahead and
hold my breath while they passed to avoid panting into the microphone.
Our unbiased critic says: "Sarah's heartfelt speech echoes in my mind
in the way that only fundamental truths can. Indeed, the donkey goes
too fast." |
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