With Guest Speakers: Dr Cliff Kapono, Ben McQueen - Director
Dr. Cliff Kapono is a Native Hawaiian surfer and molecular bioscientist who brings together his passion for surfing and science to protect the ocean. In this episode of Let It Kill You—an ongoing series from Vice—director Ben McQueen travels to Hilo to meet Cliff and get a closer look at what drives him. Through stories and insight from some of the biggest names in surfing and skateboarding, we dive into Cliff’s world—where culture, curiosity, and a deep love for the ocean all come together. The film offers an intimate and dynamic look at someone who's carving his own path, both in the water and in the lab.