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the smiling bag

the smiling bag

2016
Documentary
9 / 10
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The follow up to 'Nti Sheeto', the smiling bag is a new surf film starring OZZIE WRIGHT, CRAIG ANDERSON, NOA DEANE and CHIPPA WILSON. Filmed in Japan, Indonesia,…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Dion Agius
Starring
Ozzie Wright / Noa Deane / Craig Anderson / Dion Agius / Chippa Wilson

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

visually stunning talented surfers artistic adventurous classic well-shot engaging niche atmospheric dynamic evocative

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Apr 18, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'the smiling bag' is a beautifully crafted piece that celebrates the spirit of surfing with an artistic flourish. The film's visual identity is significantly enhanced by its use of 16mm and Super 8, creating a tactile and nostalgic…

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Arthur Finch
Apr 18, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

As a follow-up to 'Nti Sheeto', 'the smiling bag' presents a familiar yet polished take on surf cinema. The film’s most distinctive feature is undoubtedly its multi-format shooting style, incorporating 16mm and Super 8, which adds a layer…

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 18, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

This is more than just a surf film; 'the smiling bag' is a cinematic poem dedicated to the ocean's allure and the humans who chase its perfect curves. The choice to shoot on 16mm and Super 8 alongside…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 18, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'the smiling bag' arrives as a vibrant testament to modern surf filmmaking, showcasing a stellar cast including Noa Deane and Chippa Wilson. The film's strength lies in its eclectic approach to cinematography, blending analogue warmth with digital clarity…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 18, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A visually arresting follow-up, 'the smiling bag' delivers a compelling surf experience that builds on its predecessor, 'Nti Sheeto'. The decision to employ a mix of 16mm, Super 8, and digital formats imbues the film with a unique…

FAQs

With 'the smiling bag' featuring Australian surfers like OZZIE WRIGHT, CRAIG ANDERSON, NOA DEANE, and CHIPPA WILSON, and with filming locations including AUSTRALIA, there's a strong inherent appeal for local audiences. The film celebrates home-grown talent and familiar surf landscapes, offering a connection to the sport's cultural significance within Australia. It provides an opportunity to see familiar faces excel on the world stage.