Chasing mavericks was made with the help of some of the biggest names in the surfing world, and features some of the most mindblowing wave footage ever captured on film. Gerard butler in the surfing movie chasing mavericks the. Its also funny, full of action and solidly entertaining. Acting was ok, nothing to blow your socks off, visuals were cool, great shots of the massive waves that can brew up at mavericks.
Jay accomplishes it by staying true to his course as a surfer, son, and student to frosty. The movie describes the inherent dangers and thrills of riding the waves at. I wept during this film because i was so proud of kevin james for making a movie of substance. It was the final film directed by hanson before his death in 2016. The movie, directed by curtis hanson and michael apted, is based on the true story of a santa cruzarea surfer, rick hesson, entertainingly. In a 2002 survey, boardtrac, a surf industry group, estimated the american surf population to be 2. Chasing mavericks is based on the true story of surfing phenomenon jay moriarity jonny weston who, when he was 15yearsold, discovered that the mythic maverick surf breaks, one of the biggest waves on earth, was near his home in santa cruz, california.
When 15 year old jay discovers that the mythic mavericks surf break, one of the biggest waves on earth, is not only real, but exists just miles from his santa cruz home, he enlists the help of local legend frosty hesson to train him to survive it. Chasing mavericks 2012 when young jay moriarity discovers that the mythic mavericks surf break, one of the biggest waves on earth, exists just miles from his santa cruz home, he enlists the help of local legend frosty hesson to train him to survive it. Featuring the most spectacular wave footage ever captured on film, chasing mavericks is packed with action and drenched with excitement. This has to rank as the least accomplished picture to be assembled by two accomplished directors at least since the dawn of the millennium. Chasing mavericks is a 2012 american biographical drama film directed by curtis hanson and michael apted about the life of american surfer jay moriarity it was the final film directed by hanson before his death in 2016. In the movie chasing mavericks, young surfer jay moriarity trains to surf mavericks one of the worlds biggest waves. Chasing mavericks trailer 2012 gerard butler movie official hd. What made this a poignant film for me was to see the realistic depiction of life in a single parent home and the way it.
It is my new favourite film, on par with if not 10 times better than point break. Oct 21, 2012 several of the film s surfers said that they hoped chasing mavericks comes close to the surf movie they admire most. Putlocker watch full hd 1080p chasing mavericks 2012 on the inspirational true story of real life surfing phenomenon jay moriarity. Chasing mavericks, a biopic of surfing icon jay moriarty codirected by curtis hanson and michael apted, plays a bit too much like the karate kid goes surfing to be wholly successful for me. Featuring the most spectacular wave footage ever captured on film, chasing mavericks is. Chasing mavericks true story real jay moriarity, frosty hesson. Memorable quotes and exchanges from movies, tv series and more. Chasing mavericks, by curtis hanson and michael apted the. Chasing mavericks was made with the help of some of the biggest names in the surfing world, and features some of the most mindblowing real wave footage ever captured on film. Mavericks is a surfing location in northern california outside pillar point harbor, just north of the town of half moon bay at the village of princetonbythesea. Chasing mavericks is the inspirational true story of surfing phenom jay moriarity newcomer jonny weston. Scott anderson was standing on the cliff at mavericks on the san mateo county coast last spring, where hed spent weeks filming the soulful surfing movie chasing mavericks, watching what looked. Listen to trailer music, ost, original score, and the full list of popular songs in the film. Oct 24, 2012 ill begin by putting my cards on the table.
The very existence of chasing mavericks is example of hollywoods atavism. It was the final film directed by hanson before his death on september 20, 2016. Although i can understand why surfing has its charms, theres a moment in chasing mavericks where it seems to embody insanity. Enjoy the simple things, always help someone in need, and know you are loved more than you could ever imagine. Chasing mavericks true story real jay moriarity, frosty. Chasing mavericks is a wellmade movie about a young man with a burning desire to surf some insanely huge waves.
Mavericks is off the coast of pillar point pictured. Chasing mavericks is the reallife story of jay moriarty jonny weston, a surfing prodigy from santa cruz who made waves ahem in 1994. Such blandness and evasiveness is surprising given that chasing mavericks is the product of two formidable, often gutsy filmmakers. Jay is said to have almost always had a smile on his face. Even when things get hard, jay never gives up and continues on his mission to ride the mavericks. Chasing mavericks soundtrack music complete song list. Chasing mavericks is based on the true story of surfing phenomenon jay moriarity jonny weston who, when he was 15yearsold, discovered that the mythic maverick surf breaks, one of the biggest waves on earth, was near his home in santa cruz, california enlisting the help of local legendary surfer frosty hesson gerard butler, to train him to survive and ride the waves, their unique. The movie describes the inherent dangers and thrills of riding the waves at mavericks, in half moon bay, in northern california. Its a shame, because chasing mavericks, in my opinion, is a much better choice than other films that are out right now such as silent hill. I dont know what success this movie had i was a year or so behind finding out about it but i was incredibly moved and inspired by it i hope it and everyone involved got the success and accomplishment. It was the final film directed by hanson, before his death in 2016. Chasing mavericks movie 2012 soundtrack list tracklist ost listen to original theme music from the motion picture, film score list, all songs list playlist, who sings them, including end credits and scene descriptions.
Chasing mavericks quote so beautiful i had to make this wallpaper for it 3. When young jay moriarity discovers that the mythic mavericks surf break, one of the biggest waves on earth, exists just miles from his santa cruz home. Before jays mentor, frosty, will allow him to surf mavericks, he must gain strength in the 4 pillars. A biopic of his life, chasing mavericks, was released in 2012. John miliuss 1978 drama big wednesday, which followed three. Jonny weston was surprisingly good, too, portraying jay moriarty.
I dont know what success this movie had i was a year or so behind finding out about it but i was incredibly moved and inspired by it i hope it and everyone involved got the success and accomplishment they wanted from it because its worth it. Chasing mavericks how gerard butler became a surfer. Chasing mavericks quote be careful out there kyle but have fun, live life to the fullest and never take anything for granted. When 15 year old jay discovers that the mythic mave. Watch chasing mavericks movie trailers, exclusive videos, interviews from the cast, movie clips and more at. Chasing mavericks trailer 2012 official movie trailer in hd starring jonny weston, gerard butler, elisabeth shue, abigail spencer directed. Regarder chasing mavericks 2012 toutes les infos sur le film complet chasing mavericks en francais, streaming gratuit, soustitres et audio dorigine. Some movies practically beg your mind to wander and, as i sat through the soggy formulafest that is chasing mavericks, i found myself contemplating a single question. A captivating and autobiographical account of the life of the large wave surfer, jay moriarty, and his mentor, frosty hesson. Although it is written and acted with more skill than many comingofage tales, chasing mavericks is pretty much a formula picture, and its surprising to find it was directed by two considerable talents. Chasing mavericks e ispirato alla vera storia del fenomeno del surf jay moriarity interpretato dallesordiente jonny weston. Apted was forced to step in and direct the remainder of the film. Chasing mavericks clip the mag 3 the true story of real life surfing phenom jay moriarity. Fox 2000 pictures and walden media present a gran via deuce three production, star.
The new movie chasing mavericks immortalizes jay moriarity, who braved the waves of a treacherous surfing zone in northern california and. Rescued from drowning as a boy by local surfer frosty hesson, jay enlists the help of the older man to show him the ropes. Gerard butler, elisabeth shue and hollywood newcomer jonny weston star in this inspiring true story of courage and friendship the whole family will love. The movie tells the story of legendary big wave surfer jay moriarity and his mentor rick frosty hesson, who teaches him how to surf mavericks, a california surfing location that is home to some of the biggest waves in the. Chasing mavericks soundtrack list chasing mavericks movie.
Chasing mavericks 2012 letterboxd your life in film. After a strong winter storm in the northern pacific ocean, waves can routinely crest at over 8 m 25 ft and top out at over 18 m 60 ft. Watch the chasing mavericks movie trailer for the film starring gerard butler and jonny weston. Chasing mavericks is a 2012 american drama biopic directed by curtis hanson and michael apted the film is about the life of american surfer jay moriarity jonny weston, and his friendship with his mentor and next door neighbor, surfer frosty hesson gerard butler. After onceinadecade weather conditions cause already legendary waves north of santa cruz to swell to terrifying proportions, a reasonable surfer would stay on the beach. Chasing mavericks bandeannonce vfhd nopopcorn nopopcorn. The actual pizza shop served as a shooting location and is featured in the movie. Several of the film s surfers said that they hoped chasing mavericks comes close to the surf movie they admire most. Jay was a young man with great courage and integrity. Gerard butler was spot on for guys like that in santa cruz at that time. What begins as a mentorship turns into an extraordinary bond that transforms both their lives, as jay and frosty learn valuable lessons about conquering fear in pursuit of your dreams. Mavericks surf spot has always intrigued me so learning about the discovery and the skill it takes to surf that spot was pretty evident in this film.
Chasing mavericks overall messages are that with enough determination and discipline, you can accomplish anything. You can watch random movie trailers instantly, no need to login. Here are three movies you can see with your family today. Watch chasing mavericks 2012 full hd 1080p online putlocker.
The movie has positive messages about hard work, perseverance and looking out for others, but the choice of what to pursue is hard for the average person to appreciate. Chasing mavericks movie trailer and videos tv guide. Find all songs in chasing mavericks soundtrack, with scene descriptions. Gerard butler in the surfing movie chasing mavericks the new. At age 16, he was made internationally famous when his wipeout at mavericks was caught on film and made the cover of surfer magazine. Chasing mavericks moviepedia fandom powered by wikia. Confidential and michael apted coal miners daughter and the up documentaries. Based on the true story of surfing icon jay moriarty, chasing mavericks tells the story of a young mans quest to surf northern californias most dangerous wa. Chasing mavericks is a 2012 american biographical drama film directed by curtis hanson and michael apted about the life of american surfer jay moriarity. When jay discovers that the mythic mavericks surf break, is not only real, but exists just miles from.
Chasing mavericks is the inspirational true story of real life surfing phenom jay moriarity. Nevertheless, it is a competentlymade, wellpaced, and entertaining film about an extreme sports legend and the mentor who inspired him. Chasing mavericks official trailer 1 20th century fox youtube. What is it about the surfing movie that so resists greatness think about it. It was just nice to think about something besides chasing mavericks for a couple of paragraphs. Oct 25, 2012 then theres the jarring, meanwhilebackonshore static shot of butler holding binoculars and looking anxious.
Was jay really as nice a guy as the movie portrays. Feb 02, 20 featuring the most spectacular wave footage ever captured on film, chasing mavericks is packed with action and drenched with excitement. But over the course of the film, he learns to open up his heart a bit. Ok, yeah, i rated it excellent because chasing mavericks was a 10 for its genre, imo. Film chasing mavericks en streaming vf gratuit complet hd. The chasing mavericks true story reveals that the real jay moriarity worked parttime at pleasure pizza on the east side of santa cruz. Watch chasing mavericks full movie 2012 video dailymotion. Chasing mavericks and the 4 pillars of strength life. This is a movie about a nice young man, even the bully is won over without getting beat up, who went for his dream and made it happen. Gerard butler in the surfing movie chasing mavericks. Dec 10, 2012 in the movie chasing mavericks, young surfer jay moriarity trains to surf mavericks one of the worlds biggest waves. Every other genre, however marginal or out of fashion, down to the humble musical and martial arts film, has seen cinematic excellence achieved.
Chasing mavericks chasing mavericks is the inspirational true story of surfing phenom jay moriarity played by newcomer jonny weston. Ive watched chasing mavericks numerous times drawn not only to the story of jay moriarty and his mentor frosty hesson but also the incredible surfing scenes in santa cruz and at mavericks in half moon bay, both places ive known. But chasing mavericks is still a sweet ride worth catching. Although a successful competitor, jay is remembered as a soul surfer, winning many sportsmanship awards throughout his career. Chasing mavericks the outstanding bigwave footage proves more credible than the overfamiliar dramatics in chasing mavericks, an earnest account of how jay moriarity became a northern california. Oct 26, 2012 find all songs in chasing mavericks soundtrack, with scene descriptions. Chasing mavericks legends start somewhere directed by michael apted curtis hanson produced by curtis hanson brandon hooper jim meenaghan written by kario salem cast jonny weston, gerard butler, elisabeth shue distributed by twentieth century fox film corporation country language english release date october 26, 2012 chasing mavericks is a 2012 biographical film codirected by curtis.
This stunningly filmed drama tells the story of surfing prodigy jay moriarty, whose ambition was to ride one of the biggest waves ever known, known as a maverick. Apted assumed directing duties after health issues sidelined hanson, but that only partly explains the film s tattered nature. Oct 25, 2012 the drugs blond deals are never clearly identified, and theres no sense of kristys struggle through recovery, or of frostys coping with the sudden death of his wife, brenda abigail spencer. Chasing mavericks original soundtrack original soundtrack.
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