Description

Point Break | DVD - A High-Octane Action Classic

Product Information

UPC: 5996255701609
Product Type: DVD
Genre: Action, Crime
Language: English 2.0
Region: 2 PAL DVD
Made In: EU
Subtitles: Hungarian, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Portuguese, Hebrew, Polish, Czech, Icelandic, English HOH
Total Runtime: 117 minutes
Director: Kathryn Bigelow
Starring: Patrick Swayze, Keanu Reeves, Lori Petty, Gary Busey

Overview

"Point Break" is a thrilling 1991 American action-crime film directed by Kathryn Bigelow and written by W. Peter Iliff. The film stars Patrick Swayze as Bodhi and Keanu Reeves as Johnny Utah, a rookie FBI agent who infiltrates the surfing community to catch a gang of bank robbers known as the "Ex-Presidents." This gang is notorious for their unique method of robbery, donning rubber masks of former U.S. presidents while executing their heists.

The film begins with Utah, a former Ohio State quarterback, teaming up with experienced agent Angelo Pappas (played by Gary Busey) to investigate a series of bank robberies. The Ex-Presidents manage to pull off these heists with remarkable precision, taking only the cash from tellers in under ninety seconds.

As Utah pursues the theory that the robbers are surfers, he goes undercover to gain their trust and learn their ways. He befriends Tyler Endicott (played by Lori Petty) and eventually meets Bodhi, the charismatic leader of the surfing gang. As he immerses himself in their lifestyle, Utah grapples with the adrenaline-fueled world of surfing and the bonds he forms with Bodhi and Tyler.

The film culminates in a high-stakes showdown, exploring themes of loyalty, freedom, and the pursuit of thrills, all set against the stunning backdrop of California's surf culture.

Product Features

Format: DVD
Audio Options: English 2.0
Subtitles: Hungarian, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Portuguese, Hebrew, Polish, Czech, Icelandic, English HOH
Total Runtime: 117 minutes
Region Code: 2 PAL
Made in EU
Genre: Action, Crime

Interesting Facts

Cinematic Achievement
"Point Break" has become a cult classic over the years, celebrated for its unique blend of action, drama, and surfing culture, as well as its memorable performances.
Director's Vision
Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, the film showcases her talent for creating intense action sequences and character-driven narratives, establishing her as a leading filmmaker in the action genre.
Cultural Influence
The film's portrayal of surfing and its lifestyle has influenced popular culture and has inspired many surfers and action film enthusiasts.