From prolific, award-winning executive producer/director John Wells and executive producer/writer Matt Kester, pulse-pounding Hawaii lifeguard drama "Rescue: HI-Surf" follows the personal and professional lives of the heavy-water lifeguards who patrol and protect the North Shore of O'ahu, the most famous and dangerous stretch of coastline in the world. Each episode features dedicated, heroic and adrenaline-seeking first-responders saving lives in the difficult and often life-threatening conditions of Hawaii's Seven Mile Miracle.

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Through the lens of cinematographer Anka Malatynska, "Rescue: HI-Surf" captures Hawaii's North Shore authentically, beyond its picturesque facade. Each shot immerses viewers in the raw power of the ocean and the rugged coastline, offering a genuine portrayal of the lifeguards' daily challenges. Malatynska's cinematography grounds the series in the real-life experiences of these heroic first responders, showcasing their bravery against the backdrop of Hawaii's breathtaking yet unforgiving environment.