Jules Is One Of Them is a 9-minute French documentary short directed by Ludovic Marquier. The film belongs to the world of extreme and water sports, recounting the dedication and passion that still animate the windsurfing community, a sport whose popularity peaked in the 1980s.
The documentary focuses on Jules Denel, a professional athlete and well-known figure in international windsurfing. Denel plays himself, offering an authentic look at a sport now considered niche. Filming follows the athlete as he takes on the harshest weather conditions, continuing to practise even during winter storms in northern France.
Through Denel, the film portrays a global community of enthusiasts who continue to windsurf despite its reduced media visibility. The narrative highlights the value of consistency, pure passion and the connection with the natural elements, inviting reflection on what it means to devote oneself fully to a sport for love alone.
Made in France, the film was completed on 8 March 2024. It is neither a student project nor the director's first film. Shot digitally and presented in English, Jules Is One Of Them is aimed at an international audience while maintaining an intense, immersive visual tone.
Film Information
Title: Jules Is One Of Them
Original title: Jules Is One Of Them
Direction: Ludovic Marquier
Production: Ludovic Marquier
Country: France
Language: English
Running time: 9 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Sport featured: Windsurfing
Main subject(s): Jules Denel
Completion date: 8 March 2024
Premiere: [Not specified]
Distributor: [Not specified]
Shooting format: Digital, 2.35:1, colour
Director's first film: No
Student project: No