** Last Paradise Film **
New Zealand is renowned as the world capital of adventure sports. This arose from the remote and extreme wilderness of New Zealand from which evolved a unique culture of innovation and self sufficiency. Childhood circumstances led some to a love of nature and a certain vision of paradise. Amidst the politics of the atomic age and cold war, young mavericks dropped out of mainstream society to pursue their own dream. Last Paradise Film is the story of a fellowship of children from NZ, Australia and USA, how they crossed paths, invented new lifestyles, adventures and technology and eventually pioneered the worlds secret paradises and our modern adventure sports. The characters include world acclaimed scientists and adventure pioneers. In their quest for paradise they explore and film places and cultures known to few. Through stunning original footage we relive their journey in the age of innocence, on roads less travelled and through worlds that no longer exist. We witness first hand the discovery, innovation and excitement. And the staggering changes to our world over 45 years. Through it all emerges a surprising revelation and positive hope for the future. The film is the product of an extensive project to restore the best quality adventure footage ever filmed and incorporate it into an action film with social, environmental and scientific insight. It depicts a 45 year true story.
** Last Paradise Film **
