Our Films
THE POOL
A SHARK ISLAND PRODUCTIONS FILM
World Premiere | Sydney Film Festival | June 2024
ABOUT
Bondi Icebergs is the most photographed pool in the world. For nearly a century this spectacular 50 metre stretch of sparkling blue at the southern end of Bondi Beach has occupied a special corner in the hearts of millions. This is where generations of children have learnt to swim, where the diehard have braved the frigid waters of one hundred winters, where the young and beautiful have come to bond and bake in the hot sun, and where sightseers from around the world have taken refuge during the scorching heights of endless Australian summers. More >
Icebergs is at once a meeting place, a resting place, a workout place and a place of romance and ritual. We come to understand that for those who seek it out, and return, it is a symbol of inclusivity, healing and resilience. THE POOL is a stunning cinematic experience with a soundtrack that harks back to the 1960s and a cast of characters who each have a story to tell; breezy, heart-warming, funny and poignant.
It speaks to the enduring power of community and our collective longing to find it, whoever we are and wherever we come from. No matter your background or where you’re at — everyone is equal in their swimsuits.
Directed by
IAN DARLING
Producers
MARY MACRAE
IAN DARLING
Editor
SALLY FRYER ASE
Director of Photography
BEN CUNNINGHAM ACS
Composer & Sound Designer
PAUL CHARLIER
Executive Producer
MARGARET SIMPSON-LEE
Executive Producer
GERALYN DREYFOUS
Executive Producer
KATE HODGES
Colourist
ANGELA CERASI
Sound Recording
MARY MACRAE
EMMA DARLING
Production Assistant
ALISHA MANNING
Digital Manager
RHYS MORRIS
ABOUT
Bondi Icebergs is the most photographed pool in the world. For nearly a century this spectacular 50 metre stretch of sparkling blue at the southern end of Bondi Beach has occupied a special corner in the hearts of millions. This is where generations of children have learnt to swim, where the diehard have braved the frigid waters of one hundred winters, where the young and beautiful have come to bond and bake in the hot sun, and where sightseers from around the world have taken refuge during the scorching heights of endless Australian summers. More >
Icebergs is at once a meeting place, a resting place, a workout place and a place of romance and ritual. We come to understand that for those who seek it out, and return, it is a symbol of inclusivity, healing and resilience. THE POOL is a stunning cinematic experience with a soundtrack that harks back to the 1960s and a cast of characters who each have a story to tell; breezy, heart-warming, funny and poignant.
It speaks to the enduring power of community and our collective longing to find it, whoever we are and wherever we come from. No matter your background or where you’re at — everyone is equal in their swimsuits.
Directed by
IAN DARLING
Producers
MARY MACRAE
IAN DARLING
Editor
SALLY FRYER ASE
Director of Photography
BEN CUNNINGHAM ACS
Composer & Sound Designer
PAUL CHARLIER
Executive Producer
MARGARET SIMPSON-LEE
Executive Producer
GERALYN DREYFOUS
Executive Producer
KATE HODGES
Colourist
ANGELA CERASI
Sound Recording
MARY MACRAE
EMMA DARLING
Production Assistant
ALISHA MANNING
Digital Manager
RHYS MORRIS
ABOUT
Bondi Icebergs is the most photographed pool in the world. For nearly a century this spectacular 50 metre stretch of sparkling blue at the southern end of Bondi Beach has occupied a special corner in the hearts of millions. This is where generations of children have learnt to swim, where the diehard have braved the frigid waters of one hundred winters, where the young and beautiful have come to bond and bake in the hot sun, and where sightseers from around the world have taken refuge during the scorching heights of endless Australian summers. More >
Icebergs is at once a meeting place, a resting place, a workout place and a place of romance and ritual. We come to understand that for those who seek it out, and return, it is a symbol of inclusivity, healing and resilience. THE POOL is a stunning cinematic experience with a soundtrack that harks back to the 1960s and a cast of characters who each have a story to tell; breezy, heart-warming, funny and poignant.
It speaks to the enduring power of community and our collective longing to find it, whoever we are and wherever we come from. No matter your background or where you’re at — everyone is equal in their swimsuits.
Directed by
IAN DARLING
Producers
MARY MACRAE
IAN DARLING
Editor
SALLY FRYER ASE
Director of Photography
BEN CUNNINGHAM ACS
Composer & Sound Designer
PAUL CHARLIER
Executive Producer
MARGARET SIMPSON-LEE
Executive Producer
GERALYN DREYFOUS
Executive Producer
KATE HODGES
Colourist
ANGELA CERASI
Sound Recording
MARY MACRAE
EMMA DARLING
Production Assistant
ALISHA MANNING
Digital Manager
RHYS MORRIS