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Release Date: 20 April, 2004 Retail Price: $19.98 OUR Price: $14.99 You SAVE: $4.99! Cast: Complete Cast (11 total) |
Step Into Liquid Reviews
The search for BIG waves continues...
The film had a point, a plot, and we felt like we were headed towards something "greater". Sure, this was a surfing documentary similar to Billabong Odyssey and Endless Summer, but there were unique aspects I hadn't seen before: Lake Michigan surfers riding the tiniest of waves and Texas surfers riding the waves made by huge oil and cargo ships. The film's premise was to show that surfers were everywhere and that the surfing lifestyle meant something more than just an attitude akin to a bad Keanu Reeves impersonation. Surfing means appreciating Mother Nature in her most awesome and dangerous aspect.
Though I appreciated having a plot and point, however sappy, I must say that I missed watching the BIG waves and the BIG tumbles that make you groan out loud or suck in your breath. When it comes to surfing, I am every bit the couch potato sportsman and like my fellow couch potatoes, I enjoy the game most when the stakes are high. This film lacked the big wave scenes that I love and in the end, I can't say I'd truly recommend the film over the others listed above.
So, instead of boring you with more details, I'll make a pledge. I'm going underground to the world of poorly made surfing videos that I've heard so much about. The videos that show the BIG waves and BIGGER tumbles. Think of it as research in case I ever get over my fear of Jaws and decide to do a little surfing myself. I want the real, uncensored, un-cheesy truth.
Grade: **** out of *****
Amazing!
Really amazing. I didn't expect to like this movie that was all about surfing and surfers. Or that was my impression of it before seeing it. But really,it's all about the wave. And I LOVE waves! What a ride this was!
Did you know people in Wisconsin go surfing on one of the Great Lakes? Mind blowing! Then there's the ultimate challenge...tow-in surfing. This is where you're being pulled into humongous waves by a jet ski (or other means) to ride some of the biggest waves on the planet. Absolutely incredible! The sheer power and size of some of these waves is amazing. I spent most of this movie completely in awe.
The best thing about this (sport) is that everyone seemed to be having fun. Real bliss. Whatever competitiveness there is to this, there's also the adrenaline rush, the pure beauty and enjoyment of riding the ultimate wave (which for some can be 4 feet or 100, it all depends on what does it for you), and (yes), the Zen of it all.
Oh, did I mention the out-takes? Love those. Loved the beautiful places this movie (documentary actually) took me too all over the world, and all from the comfort of home. Sure makes me wish I could surf. For a living. Wow.The ultimate fantasy come true, a life of gorgeous ocean and endless waves and fun. Sounds heavenly.
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