Surf's Up

    Surf's Up

    Ages 5-122007
    PG

    This mockumentary-style animated film follows Cody Maverick, a young penguin from Antarctica who dreams of becoming a professional surfer and travels to Pen Gu Island to compete in the Big Z Memorial Surf Off. The story explores themes of perseverance, mentorship, and finding your own path while celebrating surfing culture and ocean life. The film features diverse penguin characters from different backgrounds and emphasizes environmental appreciation through its ocean setting and wildlife conservation messaging.

    2007Released
    Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Sports

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Moderate
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Minimal
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Minimal
    Social or Historical Topics
    Minimal
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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