— Honoring the Life and Legacy of Filmmaker Greg Browning —

New Smyrna Beach, FL — The Florida Surf Film Festival (FSFF), presented by Monster Energy and Surfing’s Evolution and Preservation Foundation and in partnership with Daytona State College, is proud to present its third-quarter event on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the News‑Journal Center. The centerpiece of the evening will be the East Coast Premiere of A Marble in the Jar, an intimate documentary by Greg Browning and Scott Smith (in attendance), featuring surfing phenom Tatiana Weston‑Webb.

This special screening is dedicated to the memory of Greg Browning, who passed away earlier this year. A beloved figure in the surf community, Greg was a celebrated surfer, filmmaker, father, and friend. A Marble in the Jar stands as a moving tribute to his storytelling brilliance, deep empathy, and unwavering love for surfing and family.

Greg’s surf career began in the 1990s as a standout member of Taylor Steele’s Momentum Generation. He transitioned from professional surfer to a prolific filmmaker, directing and producing numerous iconic surf films and media for Body Glove and beyond. His gift for weaving stunning visuals with heartfelt narrative left a lasting impact on the world of surf cinema.

Joining us to honor his memory are Scott Smith, co-director and longtime collaborator, and Parker Browning, Greg’s son, who continues his father’s work with integrity and spirit.

Featured Films & Trailers

·       Riding the Sardine Run (38 min) — Film by Will Bendix & Alan Van Gysen, chronicling surfers chasing waves and wildlife during South Africa’s legendary sardine migration.

·       The Red Island (20 min) — Directed by Jon Aspuru, this short captures Madagascar’s remote surf spots and rich island culture.

·       Ride of a Lifetime (12 min) — Directed by Stevie Lawrence, Senior Creative Director at ESPN, this film tells the story of Alo Slebir, a Northern California construction worker who tackled a potential 100‑foot wave—now being called possibly the first of its kind.

·       Tides of Time (5 min) — A poetic reflection on permanence in a disposable world, directed by Gregory Mignard & Yoann Renambot. (Trailer links were not discovered during our search.)

Event Schedule — August 23, 2025

5:00 PM – Doors Open

6:00 PM –

·       Welcome & Commencement — John Brooks, Festival Director

·       Ride of a Lifetime (12 min)

·       The Red Island (20 min)

·       Riding the Sardine Run (38 min)

·       Raffle — Prizes from Roark, Globe, Creatures of Leisure

8:45 PM –

·       Tides of Time (5 min)

·       A Marble in the Jar (80 min), followed by a Q and A with Scott Smith and Parker Browning

·       Raffle — Prizes from Roark, YETI, Cronin Surfboards

Tickets & Information

Tickets are available at www.floridasurffilmfestival.com. We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable night celebrating surf cinema.

Sponsors & Partners

Presenting Sponsors: Monster Energy; Surfing’s Evolution and Preservation Foundation (also Podcast Presenting Sponsor)

In Partnership with:

Daytona State College's News Journal Center

Principal Partners: Atlantic Center for the Arts; Brown & Brown Insurance; Florida Virtual School; OluKai; Radical Law Firm (aka Wagner The Lawyer Dude); Roark; Sun Bum; Volusia County; YETI

Major Partners: Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery; Brian Layman Wealth Management; Café Verde; Cap’n Lu’s; Clancy’s Cantina; Cronin Surfboards; Globe Footwear; Kembali Board Shack; Melin; Persimmon Hollow; Red Dog Surf Shop; Waverii

Local Partners: All Aboard Storage; Beachside Tavern; Biological Consulting Services; Daytona Climbing Company; Daytona Drywall & Plaster; Dr. Phil Stephens at MyEyeDr; Halifax Area Properties; Indian River Community Foundation; Kaye Acoustics; Kula Yoga; LunDev Homes; Neighborhood Scoop; Oceans of Hope Foundation; Pura Vida Bracelets; Solento Organic Tequila; Stephanie Stallard–Realtor; Thornton Park Dental Arts; White Claw

Media Partners: Surfline; The Surfer’s Journal; Surf Splendor Podcast Network; Beach Grit; The SurfNetwork; American Surf Magazine; Encyclopedia of Surfing