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Before entering art school next autumn, Rick sets out to spend the summer surfing at Hawaii. He knows nothing about the local habits, what causes him some starting problems, but by chance he gets a room in the house of guru Chandler. He teaches him the difference between 'soul surfers' and those who surf for fame and money. Also he manages to get the attention of a beautiful young native. (Features special appearances by real-life champions like Shaun Tompson, Derek Ho and others in many surfing scenes) Written by
Tom Zoerner <Tom.Zoerner@informatik.uni-erlangen.de>
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Taglines:
The Peak... The Dream... The Ultimate Test.
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Trivia
Matt Adler, Gregory Harrison, and John Philbin actually did their own surfing while the pro surfers were used as stunt doubles for the more difficult maneuvers.
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Goofs
During the fight, Rocky's belt can be seen threaded through his belt loops. After Rick wins and Vince reaches for the belt, the belt is only wrapped around Rocky's waist.
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Quotes
Turtle:
Stay loose, haole.
Rick:
What's a haole?
Turtle:
A tourist, a mainlander, like you.
Rick:
I'm not a tourist.
Turtle:
Whatever, Barney.
Rick:
What's a Barney?
Turtle:
It's like Barno... Barnyard... a haole to the max, a kook in and out of the water. Yeah?
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Connections
Referenced in
Blue Crush (2002)
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Soundtracks
"M-Style"
Written by
Stiv Bators (as Stiv Bator),
Brian James and
Dave Tregunna
Performed by
The Lords of the New Church (as Lords of the New Church)
Courtesy of I.R.S. Records
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Both the Rick Kane character and Turtle embody a fresh innocence rarely captured on film. This was what made this film truly golden. Gregory Harrison played his character with the gravitas of a veteran actor. Just when you thought he would venture into pomposity, he reeled it in and made you smile. Credit goes to the writers and director for that as well.
This was NOT a surfing movie. This was a coming-of-age film. Rick is green in almost every sense of the word. By the end of the film, he has learned a bit about life, love, and himself.
The crown jewel of the movie, by far, is John Philbin's portrayal of the character of Turtle. He defies any stereotypical characterizations. He is real. He's an underdog from L.A., just trying to make his way and take life day by day. He cares about others and responds to caring from others. How often do you see a surfer portrayed this way? Nia Peeples portrayed the Hawaiian girl-next-door to perfection. She loved her family, loved horses, and her boyfriend too. Like something out of a Tom Petty song.
I loved the movie. Cheesiness is artistic in and of itself. Two thumbs up.