A global team unites around world-class South African endurance swimmer, Sarah Ferguson, as she attempts to become the first human ever to swim nonstop around Easter Island. It's a daunting challenge taken on as a means to raise awareness about plastic pollution.Against the Current is an award-winning documentary that chronicles the journey of South African endurance swimmer Sarah Ferguson, as she attempts to become the first person ever to swim around Easter Island (Rapa Nui) nonstop.

Without being able to touch a boat or another person, Sarah's daunting swim was estimated to take up to 32 hours to complete, through 40 miles of strong currents, powerful winds, enormous waves and other hurdles along the way.

The film tells the story of a global team united, not only in trying to make Sarah’s challenge a success, but also in using it to raise awareness about the issue of plastic pollution. Audiences will see first-hand the meticulous and grueling preparation that took place, as well as the intricate processes for managing such an intense swim once it's underway.

Supporting sequences provide viewers with insight into the issue of plastic pollution as well as on the history and rich culture of Easter Island.

Directed by Tod Hardin
Cinematography and Editing by Erik Aleynikov
Narrated by Matthew Modine