Bob van de Gronde

Master of sports documentaries, Bob van de Gronde was born in 1984 in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands. He began his directorial career in 2008 and quickly established himself in the genres of documentary and short film, with a particular focus on extreme sports, as seen in his well-renowned works like "The Flying Dutchmen" and "Chapter One: The Kiteboard Legacy Begins". Despite the niche genre, van de Gronde's films have garnered global recognition, receiving accolades such as the "Best Cinematography" award for "Chapter One" at the Dutch Film Festival. Bob van de Gronde's style is characterized by a unique ability to capture the raw intensity and passion of extreme sports, often leaving viewers on the edge of their seats. As a person, Bob is much like his films – full of energy, passion, and a relentless desire to push beyond the boundaries of the ordinary.