Documentary Looks at NYC Firefighters, Surf Culture

Above, Director Thomas M. Brookins, Randy Eichin, Eric Eichin, Don "Gum" Eichin

Above, Director Thomas M. Brookins, Randy Eichin, Eric Eichin, Don “Gum” Eichin

A recent documentary takes a look at the intersection of firefighting and surf culture in New York City.

Fire and Water Official Trailer from Thomas Brookins on Vimeo.

Thomas Brookins shared the below video from his award-winning documentary, “Fire and Water,” in which some of the biggest names in surfing history pay homage to the brave men and women of the fire department.

According to the film’s site, for FDNY firefighter Don “Gums” Eichin, water has not only acted as his weapon of safety, but also a source of recreation.

For more information on the film, visit www.fireandwaterthemovie.com or go to https://vimeo.com/ondemand/fireandwater.

 

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