I watched this because of Mark Harmon's name, but didn't expect much. Instead, my husband and I were really surprised at how good a movie it was. The acting was excellent for a small production...actually, it has some of the most honest emotional scenes in it I've seen in a long time. The pacing and editing were great, too. Music was excellent. The only reason I didn't give it a 10 was for what some might consider a "predictable" plot. Well, yeah, it was...but still, it was about everyday problems that real people deal with. The relationships and family interaction were very realistic. I like it because, despite their issues and faults, they push past them and work everything out to a good conclusion. And...the surfing rocks! Great surfing scenes. I recommend this for families, and anybody who loves the beach life. Beautiful SoCal scenery...they capture the lifestyle perfectly.

The movie is not very credible, the surfing (few) clips are just OK.In the movie everything is just OK.If someone is to do a movie just to be OK i believe that there are others of expression that are better suited. An article on a magazine, a Youtube.What i believe is that there are surfers out there that are land locked like myself and it is through these movies that we allow our minds return to the liquid.Bias? Sure. After all surf is something that you feel and you can't explain. I can tell you that i didn't feel it at all here.Now that you have understood where i'm coming from, allow me to explain what are the other issues: 1 - the people that actually surf are really NOT the actors 2 - the actors are NOT actors.... really 3 - the idea that surf is a wood panel door truck is to cliché'Maybe it would work for TV. In a movie is very painful.

I enjoyed this movie and yes, I'm a real surfer who is widely known in the surfing world. I'm not a movie critic and really don't care that there some minor mistakes, the theme itself made up for the problems. This film reminded me of many trips, surf sessions, and other things we used to do. I still drive groms to the beach, give them hints, help them along, and yes I've even given a few boards away. Don't think it doesn't happen as it happens all the time. Ask Chuck Linnen about how many groms he's taken under his wing over the years. Some became US and even world champions.Some may find fault with how surfers bargain for boards in the movie. Sorry but Dick Dale reminded me of my mentor Dale Velzy selling boards in Huntington Beach back in the early 60s.

This is by far the best surfing movie I have ever seen. It has a great story and a perfect cast. Jeremy Sumpter and Eric Christian Olsen work GREAT together as brothers.Jeremy Sumpter is a very gifted actor. He is unbelievably talented. This movie is just good,clean entertainment,and we could definately use more movies like this nowadays. > Also,the surfing rocks! Mark Harmon has been a favorite of mine for a couple of years now. I'm not sure I agree with his moustache though. It would've looked better on him if it was shorter on the sides. I love the opening sequence,with Skeet (Jeremy Sumpter) riding his skim board near the shore. Skim boarding is fun to do, and fun to watch!I'm giving it an 11 out of 10! I SERIOUSLY recommend this to any surfing fans,surf movie fans, and anyone who likes great entertainment and hot beaches!