Chasing Mavericks
- IMDb link: 1629757
- IMDb rating: 7.1 (36,133 votes)
- Genres: Drama, Biography, Sport
- Director: Michael Apted, Curtis Hanson
- Cast: Gerard Butler, Elisabeth Shue, Jonny Weston, Abigail Spencer and others
- Release date: 26 Oct 2012
- Release year: 2012
- Runtime: 116 minutes
- Country: United States
- Keywords: death of wife, younger version of character, time jump, mentor protege relationship, writing an essay, father son estrangement, holding one's breath, voice over letter, swimming in underwear, skateboarding
Plot:
A young surfing prodigy enlists the expertise of an old pro to conquer a truly epic wave in this drama detailing the incredible story of surfer Jay Moriarity (Jonny Weston). A Santa Cruz teen with a natural-born talent for surfing, Moriarty can't resist the temptation to conquer the mountainous Mavericks surf break. Moriarty realizes that his lack of experience could spell doom while attempting such a formidable feat, so to ensure that he's well prepared he seeks the wisdom of veteran surfer Frosty Hesson (Gerard Butler). Meanwhile, as Hesson teaches Moriarty how to stay balanced and focused in the face of danger, the two surfers establish a close bond that gives them the strength to face any challenge.