Private Project

Veld and Sea - A short series by Sam Potter

A reflection on South Africa’s magical places we found ourselves in, the new friends who made us feel at home, and how South Africa's diverse melting pot of people, culture, and passion has created a truly unique and beautiful piece of the world.

  • Sam Potter
    Director
  • Sam Potter
    Writer
  • Sam Potter
    Producer
  • Gabor Harrach
    Producer
  • Meredith Ruskin
    Producer
  • Felipe Ambra
    Producer
  • Sam Potter
    Key Cast
  • Koa Smith
    Key Cast
  • Roushanna Grey
    Key Cast
  • Lukas Matsoni
    Key Cast
  • Kevin Ngomane
    Key Cast
  • Moush
    Key Cast
  • Cory Martin
    Director of Photography
  • Sean Koche
    Music
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    19 minutes 19 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 29, 2021
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    South Africa
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Sam Potter

Sam Potter is a filmmaker, conservationist, and adventurer. Growing up on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, Sam was raised to respect the land, the sea and the Hawaiian culture.
As a Gen Z’er and a social media native, Sam’s passion and commitment to environmental activism have taken him around the world, directing films that highlight the knowledge and beauty of indigenous people and their struggle to maintain their way of life in the shadow of a constantly encroaching modern world.
The insights gained from his travels have ignited in Sam a passion for ancient wisdom, especially the importance of reciprocity with the natural world.
Through his future films and endeavors, Sam hopes to encourage greater understanding and cooperation by telling stories that inspire us to connect with each other and with the planet we get to call home.

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Director Statement

I learned long ago that when Koa Smith asks you to drop what you’re doing to chase a swell, the only logical response is to pack your things. And this time I found myself amongst the incredible coastlines of South Africa. However, this story isn’t just about the waves we chased or the ones we caught, it’s about the people we met along the way.