Elli Thor is an Icelandic photographer, surfer, and former kayaker. A decade ago Elli nearly drowned under a waterfall while kayaking a challenging Icelandic river. The near death experience became a catalyst for personal growth and his professional career. After walking away from kayaking, a newfound passion for surfing and the birth of his daughter Unnur gave him a new perspective worth living for.
Directed by: Chris Burkard Assistant Director: Ben Weiland Written by: Matt McDonald Director of Photography: Jeff Taylor Executive Producers: Matt Parnell, Evan Slater Produced by: Mike Sandifer, Chris Burkard Story by: Ben Weiland, Chris Burkard, Matt McDonald Cinematography: Ben Weiland, Jeff Taylor, Chris Burkard, Egill, Sal D'Alia Drone Operators: Chris Burkard, Ben Weiland Water Cinematography: Ben Weiland, Chris Burkard Editors: Dave Phelps, Ryan Espinosa, Jeff Taylor, Ben Weiland Music Licensing: Ryan Espinosa, Mike Sandifer DIT: Matt Foley Still Photography: Matt Foley, Chris Burkard Set PA: Matt Foley Sound Design: Jan Bezouska Colorist: Dave Phelps Graphic Artists: Ben Weiland, Kyle Kerr, Riley Brown Surfers: Heidar Logi
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