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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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M B Exceptional film making and a fantastic cast deliver in this high adrenaline action movie with an unusual emphasis on philosophy. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/19/25 Full Review Tyler G It is silly, overacted, and tries way too hard to give off "cool, bohemian surfer dude," but it is still wildly entertaining and rewatchable. So many ridiculous scenes- throwing the dog and shooting the lawn mower are particularly egregious. It is a great bad movie. The skydiving scene is awesome. Swayze and Reeves are both excellent. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/18/25 Full Review Raymond C A fun and campy 90's action movie. I have a few problems with the way the story plays out but those are easily overlooked. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/16/25 Full Review Oggie B With memorable lines and scenes, Point Break offered a slice of life many don't get to experience but wish they did. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/24/25 Full Review Richard P 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 5 out of 5 stars 07/30/25 Full Review 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 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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