The Indonesian island of Bali is a dream locale which consistently draws traveling surfers from all corners of the globe. Throughout the last five years, videographer Pete Matthews has been documenting the epic waves and diverse landscape that grace this special Indian Ocean isle. Matthews has captured the world's best surfers along with the lifestyle and essence of four locals who appear more than ready for the world stage. The "Godfather of Bali ...moreSurfing" Rizal Tanjung has carved himself a niche in the surf world and leads the way for his best friends Wayan "Betet" Merta, Made "Bol" Adi Putra and Pepen Hendrix. Shades of Bali not only looks deep into the lives of these Balinese watermen, it also captures the skilled wave riding of the top-shelf professionals who continually return to this magical atoll. Mikala Jones, James O'Brien, Taj Burrow, Dave Rastovich and others take full advantage of Bali's flawless reefs, offshore winds, and endless tube rides. Jones actually calls Bali home for five months out of the year, while O'Brien states that he "Could live in Bali". The high quality action footage in Shades of Bali is perfectly spliced with commentary by Rizal, Betet, Bol, Mikala Jones, James O'Brien, Jesse Merle-Jones, and Pete Matthews, all set to an electric, soothing soundtrack. Andrew Kopjak teamed up with Pete to bring these many years of imagery into a beautiful, free flowing surf film that will leave the viewer captivated and desperately seeking more. ...hide