Finally, a real documentary. No script, just as life happens. Great camera work, filmed non-intrusively. Unlike Hollywood, where everyone seemed to have gone to the same film academy.

@TheRealDealfromMikeL

Ай бұрын

Herbsha you nailed it

@apexkilla

22 күн бұрын

How do you know if it was scripted or not? Or intrusive or not? What other documentaries have you watched that were scripted and intrusive?

@user-sf6su1pq8u

10 күн бұрын

I'm watching because of your comment... kudos fellow voyager.

I have to honestly say that this is one of the best films I ever saw, it is a tribute to all us old dogs nearing the end..

His mechanic friend is a Saint. God bless that man. He is a rare soul in today's world.

I’ve realized there is no right or wrong way to live. I went the opposite, wife of 30 years , two great kids. And recently my wife just woke up and decided she doesn’t want this life anymore. Not the kids , not the world we built , nothing. So you can do it all right and end up alone. It really is a roll of the dice. At least he doesn’t have to resent people who ruined it for him.

@awesomeandre1757

2 ай бұрын

Damn, historically speaking Bathsheba did the same thing to Uriah with King David but her husband was killed in that scandal. 😢

@jeffstuart9811

Ай бұрын

Thanks for your honest words. Hard but honest. I think the only way you can move forward is by seizing this life changing event as an opportunity. Looks like Paul took everything as an opportunity even when some of his could be viewed as less than desirable by others. I think Paul would have wanted you to keep going and stronger than ever! Good luck!

@thargor6750

Ай бұрын

Women are unpredictable at best

@Ryan-jx4vh

Ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that bro. Get in counseling if you feel you need it. You will land on your feet. 💯

@edwardhovitz1753

Ай бұрын

@@awesomeandre1757 that was all King David in that story - Bathsheba had to go along with whatever he wanted.

My dad was friends with him back in the 70s. He sailed the world for 25 years and has got the best stories and he’s the best story teller as well. He just turned 80 and is still healthy, mentally and fit. (besides the multiple skin cancers he’s had cut out from being in the sun all those years) if anyone should have a doc made about them it’s my dad. I would like to do that. I have recorded many of his sea stories without him knowing when I just ask him to tell me new ones bc he doesn’t like talking to a camera. He’s happy that I have done that. One day I will publish them and hopefully get him to tell them on camera.

@SlipperyFPV

Ай бұрын

Please record his memoirs. It's definitely worthy of a documentary, I'm sure millions would be fascinated by his stories and the characters he's met.

@dancastillo27

Ай бұрын

@@SlipperyFPV Oh yes! What a good idea!

@melaniehettinger454

21 күн бұрын

He is an alcoholic and I find this all sad. But yes, great documentary!!!

@NinjaMagoo2

14 күн бұрын

Please do! We need to document these stories. I wasn't a sailor, but I feel like I've experienced a lot in life. When I tell some of my stories, oftentimes, it takes years for the kids or girlfriends to believe me. Because, especially this day and age; shoot, even in my day while my friends and I were out running the streets after school, most of our peers were inside watching TV and eating, or playing Nintendo, lol. These days, it's rare to see kids outside experiencing life! So it's hard for them to believe that I've broken into all the abandoned factories in my hometown. They're all million dollar condos now. I've driven around the country more times than I can remember, starting before Olive Garden, and Applebee's ran all the regional mom and pop restaurants out of business. Or sneaking out, (Like I said, we ran our streets. They had a label for us, " Latchkey kids"), and taking the bus down to Boston on a Sunday when we were about 10 years old. We'd go to the Rathskeller, the Rat. For the Sunday Matinee. 12 punk rock bands for $6! Sneaking up behind the older kids and slamming down their beers at their elbows. PS- Sorry guys, I know someone reading this remembers being at the Rat on a Sunday in the 1980s. And they swear they only took one drink out of their beer. But for some reason, it was empty. Sorry, man. Thanks for the beer. I really needed it!

@rustygold598

12 күн бұрын

I sure hope I'm there for that!! Give me a shout when you post it Aria!! lol

This video changed my life ... I was traveling across SE Asia as a butterfly ... leaping from girl and adventure to the next girl and next adventure ... Then one slow and rainy day I watched this documentary ... This documentary reminded me of where we all wind up and caused me to look at the world and my aging in a different way ... When I met the most amazing girl in Cambodia I was so much more aware of my eventual vulnerabilities and what I do not want to end up like I realized the pointlessness of my ways and settled down with her. I have now bought a home in Cambodia and my amazing wife and I have a child on the way ... While certainly I may see something different that other viewers it helped me realize how important loyal companionship can be when you consider the quality of our life as we age ... I do not want to be a solo elderly man staring out of the porthole of an old broken down sailboat ... I want to live until the day I die ... Thank you for making this documentary ...

What a lovely little film very sad at the end with all the pictures of this mans life, I read he passed away in June of 2021 at 83 what a life the gentleman had.

This will go down as one of the all time great documentaries.........it is poignant, candid, sublime, beautifully shot and everything that Hollywood is not..

From one documentary filmmaker to another, this film was incredible. I’ve watched hundreds of docs both short and long form but this one takes the cake. Seriously, I enjoyed every minute of this and hope to see more from this crew. The metaphorical message with the grocery store and Tyrell plaza development and also the shots of the new sailboats in the mangroves were such a beautiful depiction of the old world Paul lived in slowly slipping away to history. Overall a truly beautiful piece of art/film. Thanks for making this exist.

I enjoyed every moment of this film. It speaks to my soul as a fellow seafarer.

I don't understand how this film has less than 3k views as of 1/4/24 (american calender). We've talked about it on sailing forums. It's such a great documentary and movie. I have watched it multiple times. I suppose at my age it just really resonates with me. I wish I had done half what Paul has. I'm about to retire and enjoy what life I have left sailing the Caribbean until I no longer can. One of my only "must see" destinations will be Carriacou.

@z.j.kleinberger9727

4 ай бұрын

Stash Movies uploded this video orignally.Almost 2m views in the past year.

@user-kb1hw2yq2f

Ай бұрын

It now has 80k. As numbers go higher, the pace picks up. It'll have half a mil soon.

I felt like I was there. That it was just the two of us at sea. Bravo!!!

must be great to live where everyone is smiling, happy and enjoying simple work and company.

This left me with a yearning in my soul

Not only is this a beautiful documentary and story but also beautifully shot. Congrats!

One of the few individuals living his life according to himself. No religious doctrine, no fanatic patriotism, just an individual.

John seemed deeper than the Ocean, lost in deep thoughts. I could see the old boat in his eyes. He was getting ready for the end journey.

I didn’t think I was gonna live this bloody long…… I hear ya buddy.

I must say that is one of the best directed, shot and edited documentaries I've ever seen. Sail on Paul! I'm right behind you.

@JaywalkingTheWorld

Ай бұрын

I'm sure Paul has lots of stories to tell, but sadly this documentary didn't give us any. We didn't hear any of his wonderful stories. It looks pretty, but was sadly lacking.

@cynthiakammann7368

16 күн бұрын

​@@JaywalkingTheWorldone documentary story cannot do it all. If you're curious enough, stop complaining and take it up on yourself to delve into it more. No silver platter for you.

Good luck to you traveler's. I will be with you in spirit.

The cinematography is absolutely fantastic in this and the audio track is even better. When Johnson and Andrew are sat at the bar talking you can hear the abience of the chatter and the music in the background - fantastic

This is such a well made documentary. Respect to the producer. Calm and respectful with great inside.

Hi everyone, if you liked our film THE SAILOR, we would like to introduce you to our special making-of series, which shows many interesting details from behind the camera and provides some additional insights into the life of Paul Johnson. Watch all episodes here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hoSjrpNygMLdoNY.html

This is possibly the most heart wrenching thing that the algo has ever fed me. Riveting stuff from the producers. 10/10

The people there are so kind and helpful. God bless them.

@daviddigital6887

Ай бұрын

And he's yelling at them like they were dogs

Adored the man, loved this amazing film.

The most amazing man living the most amazing life. Thoroughly enjoyed a very thought provoking montage of his life.

My heart absolutely shattered as he was watching the family on the neighboring boat.

@chryseluna1648

Ай бұрын

I’m the type of person who would have invited him over. The women in Paul’s life could have lived part time on land and part time in ocean, there’s no need to completely walk away never to return.

@blakeytv

23 күн бұрын

He could have gone on land if he wanted. Why the onus on the other? He made his bed and now he has to lay on it.

@melaniehettinger454

21 күн бұрын

The regret….

@andymaciver1760

15 күн бұрын

Ahhh...we all seem to die alone don't we?

Right On Paul Jonson 👍Few Men are so true to themselves You have lived an Adventures Life an Exciting Life. Captain Johnson a very Remarkable MAN 🙏❤

@bluewaterwomen

2 ай бұрын

Kama

@melaniehettinger454

21 күн бұрын

I would love to see a documentary with his family and ex girlfriends, etc about their thoughts about Paul

Wow, wow wow! I never like or comment anything but had to make an exception, thank you for publishing this

This guy followed his own star, has a trail of abandoned relationships and children, drowns himself in substances, and yet still has the gall to not think of himself as selfish. If he just owned his merciless independence I’d have more respect for him.

So many damn questions, lol: 1. How the hell did you manage to get so many candid shots of Paul? You must be a completely different kind of cinematographer - the serene shots from far a way to the intimate scenes of Paul Day Dreaming on the boat - so good. 2. Can we all chip in to get Paul a new engine? 3. Did you guys notice the ball on Paul's side - he's got to get that checked out, lol! 4. Can we give props to that wonderful man who tried to fix Paul's engine (Gus).... what a kind and generous human. 5. I'm so curious about all of Paul's many children, lol but mostly the little blond guy in all his photos. Is it worth trying to get them in touch. It appears he is in so much pain and yearns for reconnect. 6. At around 19:36, Paul discusses with Gus the poor condition of his boats engine - I'm not sure if this was intentional but WOW! What a wonderful symbolism for Paul and what's happening in his life. Could it be that his boat's engine is a sort of metaphor for Paul's own physical heart? Much like an engine with way too many hours, His heart's long journey is nearing it's end :( What a beautifully done documentary. Thank you so much for making this film.

@dead_clownx4697

Ай бұрын

He passed away

@dancastillo27

Ай бұрын

Oh man. 😢​@dead_clownx4697

Thanks for the documentary. I admired Paul Johnson and his Venus designs when I read about him in the 70s. I too dreamed of sailing oceans and designed and built my own vessel which I sailed to the South Pacific but the practical side took over and I considered our children first about which I have no regrets. I always wanted to return to the sea but life kinda got in the way. My book A Passion for Sailing is an anthology of my stories. I am sad that Paul has spent these last years mostly lonely and having regrets about the decisions he made. When you’ve reached the height of crossing an ocean the choice is to do it again (and again as Paul did) or give it away, move on and find something else to do. I wonder how many of those 70s sailing adventurers/vagabonds are still out there?

@trixwoodz

Ай бұрын

Now 72yo, I had the gift of sailing some of the Carribean from 1970-73, in lieu of going to Vietnam. Love this docu. I should write a book about my experiences there, but may not, my end is near...,

@ariawashburn6043

Ай бұрын

My dad, 80 years now. He was good friends w Paul

@rkstreeter

Ай бұрын

​I'm 65 and just starting my adventure on the water..... It's never too late​@@trixwoodz

What a lovely old fella. If only we could all be so simple and minimalistic. Bravo Mr. Johnson.

God bless all the friends this man has.

stumbled upon this fantastic film when i probably needed it the most. thank you!

One of the best documentary

He didn't seem to have many meaningful relationships, but he was fortunate to benefit from the kindness of those around him. It was sad seeing his alcoholism only add to his melancholy. I took this as a life lesson to place a deep importance on relationships. Most of us will truly desire to be surrounded by friends and family in our last days. Rest up, sailor. 🙏

@autonomousindividual7780

Ай бұрын

Most, but not all. Relationships don't always strengthen you. In society today they coerce you to accept a way of life and thinking that is becoming increasingly sick. They tell you not to drive yourself crazy if you don't want to participate.

@blakeytv

23 күн бұрын

This guy followed his own star, has a trail of abandoned relationships and children, drowns himself in substances, and yet still has the gall to not think of himself as selfish. If he just owned his merciless independence I’d have more respect for him. You can’t have it both ways.

I get an eerie feeling in my chest every time I watch this. I think the feeling comes from a sense that this is the road I was on for many years, this would have been my fate. Alone and disheartened I also longed for a life of solitude to escape all the demons haunting me. I also had a boat I was restoring to live alone on for the remaining days of my life. I had given up any hope of a life filled with love and compassion, kindness and understanding. Tainted by the world we live in I retreated into myself and shut down. Then I met my wife and her daughter. I don’t know if it was divine intervention of just dumb luck but I now have so much inspiration from them both that I struggle to grasp just how I fell into the trap of despair I was stuck in. The balance of my life will be spent reaching out to others such as this poor soul in the hopes that I may share some of the hope that was gifted to me to someone who really needs it as much as I did. I don’t pity him because he chose his path, I just wish I could have spent some time with him as similar souls in the journey of life. Goodbye Paul, I’ll look for you when my time comes.

The production quality of this was sublime.

wow, what a true soul he was. I am sure he was happy with his life unlike many of us.

R.I.P the legend sailor

thank you to all who helps this man ,you are good people

I woke up two weeks ago and wanted to sail around the world. Tired of my life and the risk I have not taken.Which lead me to watching this. Paul is an incredible person and Incredible people live incredibly. Maybe one day I will get my one way ticket to freedom but for now I really appreciate the connections the relationships and the people that contribute to my life. Even though I am not an incredible person, I do have people in my life that are.

@melaniehettinger454

21 күн бұрын

Paul abandoned meaningful people in his life….in the end it’s very sad and lonely.

absolutely beautiful, thank you

I watched this twice now. There are a few old guys like him still out there. I spent some time anchored solo on my sailboat in that same sleepy bay. One night was enough.

@chilloften

Ай бұрын

Why, why was one night enough?

@murrat

Ай бұрын

@@chilloften Too sleepy for me. Headed for Grenada after one night.

@chilloften

Ай бұрын

@@murrat Sounds heavenly, enjoy.

Ah yes I've been meaning to see this, thanks for the upload!

Thank you Lucia for a wonderful film. Hats off to the cinematographer also.

This was extraordinary.

I really hope somebody preserved his effects. Those logbook have beautiful artwork in them.

Fascinating character he lived and died his way good on him

lots of great weed smokers turn to great drinkers late in life, the alkaline nature of alcohol becomes much better...such a great film and man...

Thank you ❤

Thank you AA

Wow, masterful documentary

Extraordinarily beautiful, many thanks for putting it together.

Died at the age of 83 pretty good going. this documentary is a sad tribute quite a powerful meditation..... Half a bottle of rum is equal to two bottles of red wine quite excessive in terms of alcohol content. I think he. had enough of life quite a decent age

What a great movie! Its more of an Artfilm actually. Too good.

Amazing.

Great documentary.loved it ❤

This was an amazing experience to watch

That was fantastic! Thankyou for sharing this with us.

Wonderful

what a amazing story to stumble upon , beautiful documentary.

very well done and really made me think about keeping my eye on the now.

His art is wild

genius cinematography. 2nd time I have watched it. Superb work.

I was impressed with the people and how helpful they were to the old man. I've heard that Tyrel Bay is kinda like an old folks home for old cruisers. Im sure they have to help other folks too. I don't think his life is anymore tragic than millions of other old folks drooling on themselves in assisted living homes.

Great documents enjoyed every minute of it ❤

👏👏👏👏👏 THANK YOU, That was awesome!

he lives his live like he wants.... i know a few of them who are also doing the same like he does he is only to admire...

Brilliant and beautiful ❤️❤️

what a touching, beautiful documentary

I love this so much, to bits. I can do understand his love of that water and boat and sea life, and just being, with that. And also his contemplations on relationships, and children. And I just love him for it. He missed his children, yet they do grow up and get their own lives, and perhaps on the other side of a country. And yes we all want that one true love, thru thick and thin, but I’ve found that to be very rare. Anyway, I found it on Prime and typed it in here on YT to read others comments on it. Because honestly, I can’t get this film out of my head. I was so moved, even by the kind radio voices warning of the weather to come. I just want to be in that easy, gentle, kind place. Or on a boat with nature all around me.

Excellent documentary 👏 👍

Excellent documentary

My dad was a successful US surgeon, made lots of money, also lived for himself and for others, loved travelling an drinking and work, but had the same thing to say towards the end, 'didn't think i would live this long,'...life is poetic whether you live it that way and more if you do...

Moving documentary

Beautiful film.

I feel you Paul. You’re a beautiful soul ⭐️❣️⭐️ I’m so glad he decided to set sail and not wait for the engine to be fixed?

This man was a warrior, keeping on, alone for the most part can be no easy task at such an age

It’s honest. Heard one guy saying his grandfather at the end to.d him right at the last your conscience is very active and brings up all the things where you went wrong. It’s a lot to deal with suddenly, his gran advised him to deal with it now while he can and not wait.

Such an enjoyable Biography / Video 😊 Thanks for sharing this. Mr. Johnson was a man after my own heart ❤️ 💙 💜 💖 💗 💘 He cussed like a Sailor.

Great documentary

to the young beautiful intelligent people that made this documentary. you are more than creative. i have watched many times . i to live alone on a yacht with my dog . adversity builds courage and strength and humanity

beautiful !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This movie is well done in itself but it is hardly a story of Paul’s life. It barely discusses his adventures sailing the world and visiting islands and other countries. It also doesnt really talk about his boat building trade which seemed extensive. Overall its a pretty depressing film about an old sailor on his last days and leaves the viewer wanting to know more about his life. Was there ever a book written about him? He should have written a bibliography.

@arlaban22

2 ай бұрын

You understand what it is but you don't see it either. The movie is not a study of his life in the classical sence it is a window into his life now. His life now, isn't famous for building boats or for sailing across the Atlantic. Its photos from the past and problems with his boat and his health. You get to live his present life with him, which can be depressing but at the end of our lives it can get depressing but there is beauty too. He is alone but not alone at the same time. He is married to his boat.

@WallyBraun

Ай бұрын

If you squint just a bit, this film becomes a study in the existential human condition told from the perspective of one of us. An old man is depicted reminiscing most poignantly about how he was shaped, as we all are, in our formative years by factors beyond our control, in this case by an intimate loss: @56:25 “Her name was Diana. I lived with her for 9 months, wallowing around in my mother's tummy. And so, she's part of me. I still dream about her. Twins are sort of… They're glued together. She was only tiny when she died. I grew up through a war. The Germans bombed the school. And then she disappeared before I really got to know her... If my sister hadn't died, I wouldn't be who I am; Of course, I wouldn't.” Life is beautiful not just in spite of, but precisely because it is ephemeral.

@bido8176

Ай бұрын

@@arlaban22 I do see it for what it is. It’s a good movie, no doubt. But the trailer leads one to believe it’s more about his whole life, rather than just the end. It’s a shame he passed away, as a documentary of his adventures would have been captivating. He was well known in the fringe sailing world especially in the Caribbean. At the very least, it leaves the viewer wanting to know much more about Paul and the life he led. I see now that a book called “Memories of the Sea” was written about him. Maybe I will try there.

very inspiring. made me start watercolor painting :)

Rest In Peace Mr. Paul Johnson. May the Angel's Carry your Soul to Heaven, where I hope you Sail the Cherub again.

@schoon111

Ай бұрын

In heaven he'll be on his 38'er

@melaniehettinger454

21 күн бұрын

Did he simply die of old age or…..?

@schoon111

21 күн бұрын

@@melaniehettinger454 yes

Thank you for this great documentary. It's a very well-made movie. I was deeply inspired by this movie, and it made me value God and my life more.

A legend in the sailing world

Wonderful tripod doc

Great filmmaking

Wow!

Great piece of filming, what a guy....I am 66 and just bought my first boat BLACK DUCK moored in Greece getting some work done at the mo, then I am gonna sail sail sail for as long as my body will allow. Sold all land based things, just me and the Duck from now on end.

@uncledan2u

Ай бұрын

Good luck bro, all the best 🤲.

@globaladventures1093

Ай бұрын

@@uncledan2u Many thanks.... learning new things everyday.... nice and slow i say, no rush...

@user-lu4ox5cn7b

3 күн бұрын

Good luck and fair winds to you! I was on the Duckie for Dinner one night in 2019 in Cygnet, Tasmania. Good to hear she will still see some miles slip below her keel.

@globaladventures1093

3 күн бұрын

@user-lu4ox5cn7b wow great to hear that you know my boat.... I have just had some major works.done on her in Greece and will launch in a day or so... brought her into the 21st century..

aweomme

Molto, molto bello.

An 80 year old still suffering from unresolved childhood trauma. I hope his journals have been preserved and he’s finally at peace. 💔

@larsmalsbender7472

Ай бұрын

Unfortunately you can´t resolve childhood trauma. you can only learn to live with it.

@rickydee5863

16 күн бұрын

Unresolved. What does that even mean ..there are some experiences that are beyond resolve.

Nice story

It is impossible to live life on your own terms without having to be selfish and ultimately hurting the ones dear to you. It's all about balance.

@melaniehettinger454

21 күн бұрын

I would love to hear his families take

@cynthiakammann7368

16 күн бұрын

Was his life, no one else's. If more people were honest about their choices, the world would be a better place.