Movie Info
Genre
ComedyRelease Date
September 05, 2008 (Limited)MPAA Rating
RProduction Budget
$6 millionsStudio
Anchor Bay EntertainmentOfficial Site
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Cast and Crew
Director
S.R. BindlerProducer
Matthew McConaughey, Gus Gustawes, Mark Gustawes, Tom Hanks, Gary GoetzmanScreenwriter
S.R. Bindler, Cory Van DykeStarring
- Matthew McConaughey as Steve Addington
- Alexie Gilmore
- Sarah Wright
- K.D. Aubert
- Woody Harrelson
- Zachary Knighton as Brillo Murphy
- Scott Glenn
- Willie Nelson as Farmer Bob
- Nathan Phillips
- Nolan North
- Cassandra Hepburn
- Ramon Rodriguez
Movie Story
Longboarding soul-surfer Steve Addington (Matthew McConaughey) returns to Malibu for the summer to find his cool hometown vibe corrupted. New sponsorship demands Addington to expand into Virtual Reality Video Games and Reality TV. Unwilling to participate in this new digital-reality, he chooses to spend his summer surfing his home break. But in a twist-of-fate, the waves go flat and stay flat. Out of money, his expense-accounts canceled, and betrayed by his buddies, Addington is backed into a harsh corner. He must endure the insanity that comes with no waves or give into "the Man" and his new, reality-altering machines.
Aided by his manager (Woody Harrelson), his mentor (Scott Glenn), his guardian-angel (Willie Nelson) and his summer lover (Alexie Gilmore), Addington has a chance of keeping his cool, but it's not going to be easy. The dude needs a wave, and there's never been a drought like this.
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Reader's Reviews
you critics suck big cahonas. obviously these critics are boring, ignorant morans...
posted by surfer dude on Nov 24, 2008comedy with a message. Fun to watch. somewhat thoughtful. and an awesome soundtrack! Everyone who loves the sea and misses it, is gonna love this movie.
posted by Huanchaco on Dec 18, 2008If you love the ocean and love the beach you'll love this movie.. great music as well!
posted by bran on Dec 30, 2008excellent movie, good soul, good sound.
posted by Ron on Dec 30, 2008its a really good movie and great music. watch it!!!
posted by tom on Dec 30, 2008This was on of Mcconaughey's best movies in my opinion because besides the drugs and cheap living style it seems to portray his own life as a laid back dude that surfs, which he does.
posted by GeorgeS on Dec 31, 2008Great move, awesome sound track!..
posted by Kirby... on Dec 31, 2008Fun to watch. A must see.
posted by George on Dec 31, 2008music good, movie horrible.
posted by alby on Jan 03, 2009
so very disappointing...Matthew is still gorgeous
posted by powerbagel on Jan 05, 2009this movie is sweet! i could watch it all day!!! they way Add stands up for what he believes in and wont change for anyone is really insprinational.
posted by hcsoccer10 on Jan 06, 2009I cannot believe how many bad reviews there are on this movie, please give it a second look, there is alot more to this movie than alot of people give it credit for, plus the soundtrack is totally awsome.... definetly ....Under the Sun...:)
posted by bmilescrx on Jan 08, 2009This is a awesome movie that makes me want to start surfing again.Loved it.I want to know where i can find the soundtrack from this movie
posted by SoulGuy on Jan 08, 2009when I saw the dvd cover I thought "how stupid, poor Matt", so glad I decided to watch, best movie in a long time, awesome music, thumbs up!!!
posted by kara on Jan 09, 2009I thought this movie was great. It reminds you that there is more to life than money and falling in line with everyone else. It was good enough to catch the attention of a poor kansas kid who's house is made of corn :-)
posted by Big D on Jan 09, 2009this movie really moved me it rocks loved it :D
posted by momo on Jan 10, 2009this movie really moved me it rocks loved it :D
posted by momo on Jan 10, 2009the movie was nothing but boobs and sex.
posted by likereally? on Jan 10, 2009i want the soundtrack
posted by jam on Jan 11, 2009
i really liked it...but, i want the soundtrack
posted by jhon on Jan 12, 2009so where can you get the soundtrack? must have!
posted by jonnyb on Jan 12, 2009movie was sweet i want some music from it where can i get it??
posted by mustangfreak6989 on Jan 12, 2009I thought the movie was great! I LOVE the idea of the Under The Sun products! I'd want more then just stickers though...t-shirts, swimsuits, hats, beach towels, sunglasses, shorts, beach bags, jewelry, surf boards....you could really go a long way with it! And like the rest, I want the soundtrack!!
posted by NTheStyx on Jan 12, 2009wheres the soundtrack
posted by spills on Jan 13, 2009GREAT movie! Soundtrack?
posted by spreadhed on Jan 13, 2009great movie! soundtrack anyone?
posted by kb10 on Jan 18, 2009I love the soundtrack !
posted by merry on Jan 20, 2009awesome movie, this is what life is about
posted by the flash on Jan 24, 2009I've watched this movie atleast once a week since December and still love it. Look to mishka for the soundtrack.
posted by qriusgeorge on Jan 24, 2009mm, this movie was all that is great under the sun. i really want the soundtrack, or at least know the names and artists. everything was stellar. take it easy.
posted by Steffie on Jan 26, 2009I dig it!
posted by shannonsunshine247 on Jan 26, 2009i'm pretty much the same guy execpt i can't surf but yeah agreed on the soundtrack stuff chika
posted by CHow Chow on Jan 28, 2009movie rocks
posted by paul on Jan 28, 2009YeaH! Soundtrack!!
posted by bogus_rus on Jan 29, 2009Honestly, you people most be fake poster by the movie's producers, b/c this movie was like falling into a 90 min. void. 90 mins of my life - gone.
posted by aaaa on Feb 02, 2009one of the most chill movies i have ever seen!! the movie was awesome!!!!
posted by wakeboarder on Feb 03, 2009dude check out "mishka" and "Xavier Rudd." that pretty much ur soundtrack.
posted by pharian on Feb 05, 2009oh yeah and soundtack coming out april 2009
posted by pharian on Feb 05, 2009sick. no lie :D
posted by kplivinitup on Feb 06, 2009brilliant
posted by lyndaisy on Feb 06, 2009Like guy said below it does portray his life good...but the weed is part of it too, he mentions smking weed while making the move in "making of" in speacila features
posted by quesRt on Feb 07, 2009this movie is great ive watched it several times
posted by moss on Feb 16, 2009that was the best fuckin movie i ever seen. and the soundtrack was bad ass!!!
posted by jiggity on Feb 16, 2009whats the name of the song at the end of the movie when they all happy and surfing again?
posted by chillzonator on Feb 17, 2009It wasn't amazing, but it was pretty fucking great... I went into it hating it, and left it not hating it... which says a lot. They could have done a much worse job, much easier... they only "hollywood it up" a few times... and anyone who knows pro surfing knows it's kinda rigged and structured JUST like that... it actually was pretty good look at the industry, and I think that's why surfers like this movie. Plus Addy is so damn likable...
posted by landlockedsurfer on Feb 26, 2009Although the story line had some holes, as a surfer, I loved this flick! Made me pull out the board and dust it off!
posted by flygirl on Feb 28, 2009where is the soundtrack?
posted by dekerster on Mar 01, 2009Amazing soundtrack
posted by asdf on Mar 01, 2009i want the soundtrack, I thought Matt did a great job. I like to get high watch this while on the trendmill. I have loss 15 pounds.
posted by joejaf on Mar 01, 2009I thought the movie was great. I think the movie was a metaphor about the electronic age. For instance, the wave drought represents how virtual reality games will take people away from the real deal;even if the surf is pumping people will prefer to play these games. Therefore not living life to its full potential and becoming a sell out to multinational game companies
posted by tubed on Mar 02, 2009you this movie hits it man. it was so chill i could not help but be relaxed while watching it.
posted by Sims on Mar 04, 2009Dude I love this movie!!! Its so chill and relaxed I wanted to pack my stuff and move to Cali to catch a wave. Add man did a great job describing why surfing is so great and free spirit. Thats the way to live life my friends
posted by Rowd on Mar 05, 2009Def a good Chill movie to relax to after a long day
posted by Keith on Mar 12, 2009where is the soundtrack.... very cool.
posted by LeRudeboy on Mar 30, 2009Absolutely amazing film, These critics are useful, great story behind it and awesome soundtrack to it.
posted by Mykee on Apr 14, 2009Great movie , i´m not a surfer butt i love the ocean. There´s a big message in this movie...our dreams and passions aren´t for sale.. Love from Portugal
posted by Lvsitano on Apr 23, 2009i love this movie, i would live like this if i could, but im dieing for te sound track.... ill let you lot know if i find it :)
posted by juddyg on Apr 27, 2009GReat movie even better music!
posted by Miranda on Apr 30, 2009Two thumbs up! Best all around movie with an sick soundtrack!! J.K. Livin definitely porduced a hit. Good job fellas! Xavier Rudd just might be the new Bob Marley! R.I.P Bob
posted by Hawaiian Breeze on May 05, 2009Does anyone know where I can find the sountrack if there is one?? I have been looking all over for it and can't seem to find it. Thanks.
posted by Hawaiian Breeze on May 05, 2009Great movie watch it all the time. Did care for McConaughey before seeing this movie but am now a fan.
posted by Yammer on May 12, 2009This movie had a great choice of actors and actress's. It also had a great meaning, it was that "If you love something bad enough then if you wait long enough then it will come to you like the winds from the skys. Just remember "Bless the flowers, Bless the Weed" and "Slow wide turns."
posted by Big D life loving su on May 13, 2009great, good vibe... gave me a good feeling and miss the sea ... simply great soundtrack??
posted by yow momma on May 25, 2009When i put this movie hella people kept complaining it was boring but I was totally in to it I could relate or agreed with his philosiphies
posted by broski on May 29, 2009This movie was amazing. It gave me such a mellow vibe. Does anyone have the soundtrack?
posted by JuicyJ on May 31, 2009awesome movie!:)
posted by Sutminjannik on Jun 14, 2009
I liked the movie. I can see how the critics do not understand it. They would have to think.
posted by Provi on Jun 22, 2009I really enjoyed the movie. The sound track was great and I wish they would release it. If you understand surfing you get the movie
posted by ruthie on Jul 05, 2009eff the critics they know nothing
posted by dudesdudest on Aug 19, 2009serfer,duuuude 4 fuckin life
posted by surf on Aug 24, 2009Good movie and could have been a great soundtrack. Does anyone know if there is a soundtrack. Everyone asks, but nobody really answers.
posted by Todd on Sep 02, 2009whats the name of the song at the 28 seconds in the trailer...have a cool reggae sound
posted by pipi on Nov 18, 2009