Watch: Thank You Mother - Torren Martyn

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Need Essentials have just released a new long-form clip combining Torren's surfing with an original soundtrack, and additional voice over by Albe Falzon.

Thank You Mother is a cinematic journey of surfing, simplicity and appreciation. It is a film that isn't afraid to be beautiful, stylish and sincere. Produced by needessentials, this film by Torren Martyn and Ishka Folkwell that features an original soundtrack by Nick Bampton and narration by award winning Australian film maker and life long simplest Albert Falzon, who made the seminal 1970 surf film 'Morning of the Earth'. 

'Thank You Mother’ was made four years ago and up until now has only been available to a small audience. The film began as a story about the act of creating a surfboard and the art of riding one, exploring the connection between surfer Torren Martyn and his friend, mentor and surfboard shaper Simon Jones of 'Morning of the Earth Surfboards'. This naturally led to the doorstep of another friend and mentor, Albert Falzon and the film became more about connection, creativity and friendship, about surfing, being happy, and living simply. 

Shot on location in South Africa, Indonesia and Australia, Ishka Folkwell's original and artful approach to film making captures something of the essence of these places, bringing them to life on screen. Nick Bampton's original musical score was composed for the film, so as Torren Martyn glides with style and power, carving beautiful lines into clean walls, the music echoes the mood and rhythm of his movements perfectly. Perhaps the most powerful element of this creative collaboration between surfers, shapers, filmmakers and musicians is the truth and beauty of Albert Falzons reflections on life. With humility and charisma he offers viewers the keys to a life of contentment, explaining that happiness comes not from having more or being the best, but from having good friends and being kind. 'Thank You Mother' is a film that celebrates appreciation of the simple things and stays with viewers long after they have watched it.

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wallpaper Wednesday, 29 Jun 2022 at 7:32pm

more homoerotica for the surfing is everything boys

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mickseq Wednesday, 29 Jun 2022 at 8:06pm

The Barry White of the ocean

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OkayGliding Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 8:49pm

+1
Always nice to see people surf with the wave rather than against it. Like it's a friend or dance partner, rather than a place to fuel their pride and act tough.

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zenagain Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 9:15pm

Sure, but don't you just sometimes see that lip and go 'I'm gonna farking smash you'?

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OkayGliding Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 11:10pm

Sure, I feel a rush by surfing aggressively sometimes. But it also feels superficial and unsustainable. If I carry on like that for too long I don't enjoy the surf as much, or I end up surfing clumsily or getting injured. My most enjoyable sessions occur from being present in the moment, appreciative of the process, and respecting the ocean. I know that sounds weak or airy fairy to some people but there's a strength in it which I like. It's fun learning to do a powerful carve without the aggro.

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groundswell Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 11:38pm

Yeah mate i like both approaches..but being pals with the wave usually wins in my book...although robbos smacking layback snaps etc are pretty damn good to watch and aren't being friendly with the waves.

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Fathom50 Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 1:27pm

Nailed it OG

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Tooold2bakook Wednesday, 29 Jun 2022 at 8:43pm

How's that fin at 6:40. Damn

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blackers Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 9:13am

That caught my attention too. Big fish.

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hackonayak Friday, 8 Jul 2022 at 12:50pm

Barry White in the lineup...

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burleigh Wednesday, 29 Jun 2022 at 9:50pm

More of this hipster, less of the Oscar hipster thanks.

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hangingtomatoes Saturday, 2 Jul 2022 at 3:06pm

why do people think/comment as if this is all for their personal benefit?

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coxypk Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 6:42am

If there was a world title for style and cool Torren Martyn wins hands down

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groundswell Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 7:36am

First 8 minutes was great and good speach but those rooster tail tops on the first waves of the set were making it hard to watch.Still watching though.....

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san Guine Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 9:13am

Timeless lines and flow at Supers...a welcome counterpoint to the anxious twitching of the pro tour

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groundswell Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 9:33am

I particularly liked the part where hes talking about materials. Having materials i cant take overseas with me is holding back my dreams. I cant afford to travel for months on end and still pay rent or storage fees.

I used to either rent the cheapest shitholes i could find on the south coast near work at gong uni(within bikeriding distance) and have a couple of milk crates as seats in my cheap home, an old computer for reading and computer games and a mattress. once my lease was up i left with my full bond and didnt come back for six months.
I was also very lucky my mother owns a large 4 or 5 bedroom house with plenty of room underneath i can store all my shit like surfboards and old bodyboards etc...materials these days in WA are holding me back from traveling the world. as i still have to pay rent (even though my place is completely destroyed by cyclone seroja, i still have to pay full rent...how ridiculous.
Anyway great movie i watched it twice.

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udo Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 9:55am

Groundy wake the fuck up- Why are your paying full rent for damaged property ?

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groundswell Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 10:14am

Udo, i dont know why, we got a month with about $30 off but then it went back to full rent. Our real estate agent manger/owner doesnt give a shit about any of the renters as there's no places left to rent and he even said to us "dont like it fuck off somewhere else"..well there is no where else, not in kalbarri...my only hope is to get a bank loan and buy my place or maybe my next door neighbors place as his has no damage and its only around $220 000 for a two or is it three bedrooms, one car spot though.

My place is three beds and two car spots which is handy for when relatives or friends come over.
On the other hand i just want my spare bedroom to do some naughty things with LEGAL plants.

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udo Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 10:41am

Not good enough from your landlord Groundy - stop paying rent now !
make some calls to Fair Trading or whoever...there having a lend of you mate they cant do that Shit

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groundswell Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 12:29pm

I will see what i can do...6 or 7 years ago there were plenty of houses and places to stay, since covid and working from home came in its been full of longterm rentals and holiday makers.Also lots of places selling out to BnB's.

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groundswell Thursday, 30 Jun 2022 at 6:46pm

Ive contacted the red cross who said they will look after everything including accommodation when our place gets repaired as the strata insurance guys reckon we dont have to move out while their working here.
They are redoing the entire gyprock from window, loungeroom to kitchen and tiling the roof, fixing electrical cables up and rewiring outside lamps. its at least two weeks of work. so im glad red cross is on our side.

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groundswell Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 3:10am

Udo im thinking about going to Sumatra for a month and not pay my rent here while im there untill they hurry up and fix my place....that will sort them out im sure.

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Surfalot67 Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 8:13am

That was so good to watch after the shit the WSL have dished up lately. How's Torren's foot placement? the close ups show his back foot totally on the inside rail side of the stringer on those magic low stance grab rail bottom turns, toes almost in the face...incredible.

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Gowsa Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 9:23am

Makes you want to go out and buy a car without air-con or power steering
Dude - Put a 3rd fin in your Board !

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mikehunt207 Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 9:50am

Think Ive hit Torryn overload with this one , all getting bit same same, still better than watching pro surfing contests I guess
Lot of Torry wannabees around these days, flash van with a water filter , instagram and twin fins
sheep will be sheep, cant wait till he tells his "followers" that shitting and leaving your food scraps and rubbish in beach carparks is just so passe ....

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simba Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 10:07am

i cant wait till he tells us that surfing sucks and golfs the way......man buns and all at the golf course...yew

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Shaun Hanson Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 1:32pm

Gulf course man buns the last man bunbfree sport gone ....fuk i just dont get the man bun thing i try but i cant .. wonder what the the old local kangaroos are saying about that ....

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nicko74 Friday, 1 Jul 2022 at 11:17pm

Amazing cinematography as always Ishka!! Wow!! As always Torrens lines just flow!!

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Komodo Saturday, 2 Jul 2022 at 11:30am

Beautiful uncomplicated surfing!
But Gowsa,your onto it.
Imagine if he had just small trailer?
Thruster config.

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Ray Shirlaw Tuesday, 5 Jul 2022 at 2:18pm

Wouldnt it turn slower? I think it would turn that board into a Log

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Roadkill Saturday, 2 Jul 2022 at 4:35pm

Well I loved it…after the overly long and dull intro. 5 mins or try hard wank.

Such a flow….his thing and he does it well. Beautiful surfing.

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Surfalot67 Saturday, 2 Jul 2022 at 4:59pm

Really mate? I thought the transition from slow mo foam dust to offshore spray was super creative and clever cinematography. Maybe you’re more a fast and furious type? :)

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I focus Saturday, 2 Jul 2022 at 9:18pm

Great surfing and frames as expected, amazing watching the miles and places Torrens back foot goes to.

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nickdid Tuesday, 5 Jul 2022 at 11:10am

His back foot movement is nuts

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geoffh Monday, 4 Jul 2022 at 3:58pm

my god they can crap on. surfers are shit at philosophy

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Sheep go to heaven Monday, 4 Jul 2022 at 7:09pm

Surfed with Torza recently in Indo , pretty cool cat . My mate who didn't recognise him asked ' so what do you do for a living ? " , "Just surf and make movies " was the reply . " Yea , but what do you do to make a dollar ? " he said . " . " thats it , I surf and make movies ! " Mate paddled away shaking his head until we put 2 and 2 together ..... : }

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loungelizard Monday, 4 Jul 2022 at 9:38pm

surprised people like this. intellectually he seems less pretentious wanker than not all that smart "its all an illusion! live for the present!" have mercy... and the surfing, top turn, throw your hands in the air! (am I in focus?) , bottom turn, soul arch (cos I'm soulful!) , his surfing reminds me most of that weird no-fins guys surfing. but yes I'm a miserable c.... that works for a living

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lindo Tuesday, 5 Jul 2022 at 5:48pm

Conflicting thoughts on this one - agree his boards do appear to limit options, but WTF he surfs really well and obv. enjoys the feel of them. Great seeing Alby still gliding after all these decades. He's entitled to espouse his thoughts on life the universe and everything, even if the answer is ...And having spent most of the winter at J Bay in 1978 it was a real buzz seeing those wonderwalls, but personally if the focus could occasionally be drawn back a little to show more of the wave ahead ...

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Mad Dog Thursday, 7 Jul 2022 at 12:46pm

That board is flatter than a shit carter's hat. How's the way it just rolls up the face and let's you take off like your couch surfing...fkn sweet. It doesn't turn very well though IMO, Torren isn't grabbing that rail and pulling it over just for looks....

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andy-mac Saturday, 9 Jul 2022 at 9:48pm

Wish he would do another film with Laurie Towner...... Compare and contrast different approaches on same waves with different equipment.....