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Splinters (2012): Ratings

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Splinters is a 2012 sports documentary directed by Adam Pesce. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes. Critics gave it 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

IMDb rating
6.7/10
Metascore
63
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Splinters (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Adam Pesce
Genres
Sport , Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Splinters About?

The premise of Splinters without spoilers.

This documentary explores the fascinating story of indigenous surfing in Papua New Guinea. It began with a simple gift—surfboards brought by an Australian pilot—that ignited a cultural phenomenon. Over two decades, surfing has evolved into a source of national pride and a coveted opportunity for villagers, offering a connection to the wider world and a chance to transcend their isolated lives.

Splinters Themes & Keywords

· 4 tags
  • surfing
  • guinea
  • contest
  • cannibalism
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Crew

The Director of Splinters

Directed by Adam Pesce.

Ratings

Splinters Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Splinters 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

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FAQ

Splinters FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director

Runtime, release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of Splinters, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Splinters?

Splinters runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Splinters released?

Splinters was released on January 31, 2012.

Who directed Splinters?

Splinters was directed by Adam Pesce.

How is Splinters rated?

Splinters has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 63 on Metacritic and 57% on TMDB.

Does Splinters have a post-credit scene?

No. Splinters has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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