Discover the captivating journey of indigenous surfing in Papua New Guinea in the groundbreaking documentary "Splinters" (2012). Follow the incredible evolution of surfing in a remote seaside village of Vanimo, sparked by an Australian pilot's forgotten surfboard in the 1980s. Witness how surfing transforms from a pastime to a symbol of status and opportunity over two decades. In a village isolated from modern amenities like electricity and education, surfing emerges as the gateway to a brighter future. Aspiring surfers see joining the national surfing team as their ticket to exploration and prosperity beyond their secluded community. Experience the raw beauty of this cultural shift as surfing becomes not just a sport but a lifeline to a world beyond their shores. "Splinters" is a powerful testament to the resilience and ambition of a community finding hope in the waves.