Documentaries are the cinematic crossroads between history, storytelling, and filmmaking. Each film nominated for the 2017 Surfer Awards sheds a unique light on various corners of the surf world. Head to Surfer.com for this year’s nominees, and in the comments, let us know who you think should win. Link in bio. Presented by @nexentireusa, @flordecanarum, @aluminatiboards, @seikowatchofficial, and @turtlebayresort. #SURFERawards

Is there anything more pleasant to watch than @stephaniegilmore gracefully threading a Kirra tube? Video: @morganmaassen. #SURFERfilms

Photo of the Day: @mikeyfebruary, enjoying ample headroom in Cape Town. Shot by @antfoxphoto. #SURFERphotos

In and out of the water, good style is simple and effortless. Check out our classis logo hoodies and the full SURFER x @united_surf collection through the link in bio. #SURFERgear

@danielsaann with this North Atlantic slab all to himself. For a collection of perfect moments from our latest issue, head to Surfer.com. Link in bio. Photo: @almackinnon. #SURFERphotos

Photo of the Day: Backdoor blur. Shot by @grantellis1. #SURFERphotos

We caught up with @nathan_florence (seen here in the middle of a Mav’s peak) about the equipment under his feet on opening day at Mavericks. For the full “What He Rode,” interview with Nathan and @pyzelsurfboards, head to Surfer.com. Link in bio. Photo: @derekdunfee. #SURFERphotos

11-year-old @jackson_dorian tries his hand at The Ranch. Video: @wsl. #SURFERfilms

Baja serenity. Photo: @shot_taco. #SURFERphotos

Cruising through the moonlight. @jackrobinson_official in Hawaii last evening. Photo: @jake_of_all_trades. #SURFERphotos