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A surf bro nearly drowns and finds God. Scott Eastwood's abs are NOT the miracle here.
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IMDb
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Rotten Tomatoes
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Audience Score
39
Google
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The Perfect Wave (2014)

Christian propaganda disguised as surf pornbeach bum existential crisisdad movie energy

Overview

AdventureDramaRomance

The true story of Ian McCormack who grew up surfing the waters of New Zealand. Wanting to dive deeper, Ian sets out on a journey with his best friend that will change his life as they chase the perfect wave.

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Content warning
biographyromance
spiritual conversionmortality and purposegenerational father-son wounds

Standout Aspects

Cinematography

Actually gorgeous Fiji/Maldives surf footage. Shame about the plot.

Acting

Scott Eastwood broods handsomely. That's... basically the whole performance.

Best for:Solo: When you're questioning your life choices at 2am.·Family: Your youth pastor's favorite movie night pick.
Heads up:Triggers: Graphic drowning sequence and near-death experience imagery.·Emotional: Parental grief and accident trauma played sincerely.
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Director

Bruce Macdonald

ReleasedFeb 28, 2014
Runtime1h 34m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Paceslow
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelmedium
Divine Inspiration, The Fabulous Boomtown Boys

Top Cast

Scott Eastwood

Scott Eastwood

Ian McCormack

Cheryl Ladd

Cheryl Ladd

Mrs. McCormack (mom)

Patrick Lyster

Patrick Lyster

Mr. McCormack (dad)

Rachel Hendrix

Rachel Hendrix

Anabel

Carolyn Forword

Carolyn Forword

Sydney House Girl

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Real Ian McCormack makes a cameo as the ambulance driver who saves his own life. Meta.

Cultural

Part of the 2010s 'faith-based cinema' boom targeting mainstream audiences with sports/adventure hooks. Grossed $1.2M against its budget through church group sales.

YouTube

The Perfect Wave - 2014 Official Trailer (HD)

The Perfect Wave - 2014 Official Trailer (HD)

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