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Two blind brothers built America's fastest yachts. Yes, really.
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Of Boats and Brothers: The Yacht Building Herreshoffs (1995)

underdog triumphcoastal New Englandtinkerer's dream

Overview

Documentary

This award-winning documentary film chronicles the accomplishments and relationship of John and Nathanael Herreshoff. These determined brothers overcame all obstacles, including blindness, to earn a worldwide reputation in yacht design and construction.

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boatrhode islandsailingmanufacturingamerica's cupsail boat

Standout Aspects

Direction

Garber lets the brothers' work speak louder than narration.

Production

Gorgeous archival footage of wooden yachts being born.

Best for:Solo: Rainy afternoon with coffee and zero interruptions.·Family: Multi-generational bonding over boats nobody owns.·Background: Pretend you're in a fancy yacht club without the dues.
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Director

Tom Garber

ReleasedApr 4, 1995
Runtime55m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Paceslow
Intensitylow
Tonelight
Feelmedium
Budget$55K
Third Wave Productions

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

The Herreshoff 'America' won the first America's Cup in 1851, a name they never trademarked because who would steal it?

Cultural

Their Bristol, RI yard produced every Cup defender from 1893-1934, proving small-town craftsmen could dominate Gilded Age industrialists.

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