Point Break (1991)

'Point Break (1991)' is a pretty low-level high-concept movie, clearly spawned from an initial logline of an idea that just sounded 'cool'. The result is a series of successful set-pieces and an overall synopsis much more powerful than the string of story-beats used to connect it all together. There's enough here to raise this above the schlock it could have been, though, including decent direction and above-average performances - a pretty nuanced, and perhaps even career-best, turn from Swayze is the highlight. The break-neck action is confidently crafted and practically punching its way through the screen at all times, and it's really this that keeps you on-board throughout. 7/10

This movie has some great scenes, and that's why it has gone on to become so iconic. However, before you watch this bear in mind this was made before Keanu Reeves learnt how to act, and before Kathryn Bigelow pinned down her Directing style. Some parts are so bad they aren't even funny (Patrick Swayze's 'New Age' monologues, for example) and some parts (namely Gary Busey being Gary Busey) make the film worth a watch. Maybe one for a Sunday.

Loved this movie from the day i first watched it -Inspired me to just to live your life the way you want. This is essentially the journey that Utah takes in this movie. Bodhi and the gang are not cardboard cutout baddies, they are actual the kind of guys you wanna hang with ( for the most part!) Katheryn Bigelow brought both a slightly mocking, but also a great sensitivity to the relationships in this movie, that the turd of a remake completely missed.Lori Petty also was brilliant as the no BS surf girl. who Keanu falls for (literally!). But of course, it was Patrick Swazye, who stole this movie with his brilliant portrayal of the surf guru Bodhi - He was the spiritual center of the gang, and even though he lost his way at the end - He still had some honour. Contrast that with the stiff at the FBI ( With the notable exception of the hilarious Angelo Pappas ( Gary Busey y'all!!),and you can see why Utah was conflicted - All in all a great action film, that has some real depth, and great (Corona accompanied) rewatch value.

It's a tale old as time...undercover FBI agent learning how to surf while simultaneously infiltrating a gang of bank robbers that like wearing masks of former Presidents during their heists and have a penchant for extreme sports. Sign me up. While it might sound like a macho man type of movie it comes from a very gifted female director who would go on to win a well deserved Academy award ("The Hurt Locker") later in her career. Needlessly and poorly re-made a couple years ago. If there's nothing new or more to say with a premise then why re-do it? it. Stick with the original.