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Point Break

Play trailer 1:11 Poster for Point Break R Released Jul 12, 1991 2h 2m Action Mystery & Thriller Play Trailer Watchlist
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After a string of bizarre bank robberies in Southern California, with the crooks donning masks of various former presidents, a federal agent, Johnny Utah (Keanu Reeves), infiltrates the suspected gang. But this is no ordinary group of robbers. They're surfers -- led by the charismatic Bodhi (Patrick Swayze) -- who are addicted to the rush of thievery. But when Utah falls in love with a female surfer, Tyler (Lori Petty), who is close to the gang, it complicates his sense of duty.
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Absurd, over-the-top, and often wildly entertaining, Point Break is here to show you that the human spirit is still alive.

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Peter Bradshaw Guardian The film tries to show that surfers can be feral and violent in their own way, defending their turf, but even this is a different kind of brutality. It is such a strange generic welding, and is part of what has made the film such an enduring cult gem. Rated: 4/5 Nov 9, 2024 Full Review Kevin Maher The Times (UK) ... A near-perfect action film directed by Kathryn Bigelow with frenzied intensity, and it never seeks to patronise its own material or its audience. Aug 19, 2022 Full Review Geoff Brown The Times (UK) Keanu Reeves, boringly cocky FBI agent, goes undercover, and off the film lurches into narrative gobbledegook, surfing, and the spiritual utterances of a tanned guru (Patrick Swayze). Aug 17, 2021 Full Review Jack Walters Loud and Clear Reviews "Point Break is a full-throttle action showcase that capitalises on its ‘90s flare and rides the wave right until the end." Rated: 4.5/5 Jan 18, 2025 Full Review Iain Robertson Starburst Ignore the extras, though and get lost in one of the best action movies of the ‘90s. Rated: 4/5 Jul 25, 2024 Full Review Yasser Medina Cinefilia It just has an interesting start with the duel between Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze, but its police plot often drags within it a series of clichés that take away the intrigue effect from its beach, robbery and surfing agenda. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 6/10 Apr 6, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Nick E Point Break is over-the-top just enough that it's on the verge of mediocrity. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 07/02/25 Full Review Earl C This movie lives happily rent free in my head, even many years later. So many memorable lines! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/30/25 Full Review Jason H Great sports movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/29/25 Full Review Romas M Greetings from Lithuania. "Point Break" (1991) is an excellent action adventure movie from the beginning of 90's that just feels like it was still made in 80's. The music, the plot, the feeling - its all works here for entertainment. I've bought this movie on newly restored 4K UHD disc and watched for the fourth or fifth time in my life - i highly enjoy "Point Break". The new release does look and sound stunning. If you are a fan of the film, i highly recommend owning it. While there are plot holes, some questionable acting by Keanu at times, some conveniences in plot - one thing remains the same - this is a highly rewatchable film that doesn't get old. Performances by Patrick Swayze, Gary Busey, Lori Petty were on spot - they do sell this plot and movie. Directing by Kathryn Bigelow was excellent - at running time 1 h 56 min this movie does not drag for a second and is a great ride from start till finish. Overall, "Point Break" is an excellent film from the end of 80's and beginning of 90's. Fast paced, with excellent performances, superb soundtrack and killer waves - this is a pure classic. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/28/25 Full Review Joe M. the definition of entertaining. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/22/25 Full Review HameZz O Idk how this movie works but it does. It's ridiculous, sometimes outright dumb. But it ends up working. Must be that Keanu magic. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/20/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis After a string of bizarre bank robberies in Southern California, with the crooks donning masks of various former presidents, a federal agent, Johnny Utah (Keanu Reeves), infiltrates the suspected gang. But this is no ordinary group of robbers. They're surfers -- led by the charismatic Bodhi (Patrick Swayze) -- who are addicted to the rush of thievery. But when Utah falls in love with a female surfer, Tyler (Lori Petty), who is close to the gang, it complicates his sense of duty.
Director
Kathryn Bigelow
Producer
Peter Abrams, Robert L. Levy
Screenwriter
W. Peter Iliff, Kurt Wimmer
Distributor
20th Century Fox
Production Co
20th Century Fox
Rating
R
Genre
Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 12, 1991, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 1, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$40.5M
Runtime
2h 2m
Sound Mix
Surround
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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