Board Heads

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  • R
  • 1999
  • 1 hr 31 min

Board Heads is a coming-of-age comedy-drama that follows the story of five childhood friends who reunite after several years to rediscover their love for surfing and possibly save a piece of California coastline that they cherish so much from commercial developers. The movie is set in San Diego and is directed by John Quinn. The protagonist, Chris (Alex DeBoe), is a successful business executive who has lost touch with his passion for surfing. Following the death of his father, he returns to San Diego to sort out his family affairs and stumbles upon an old surfboard from his childhood that rekindles his love for the sport. He then decides to connect with his old buddies, who all had a passion for surfing and spent their childhood riding waves together.

Chris invites his friends - Joaquin (Douglas Spain), an artist who has been struggling to find his voice; Kip (Tommy Hinkley), a married father of two who is going through a mid-life crisis; Mickey (Kipp Tribble), a free-spirited beach bum with a love for surfing and women; and the only female in the group, Samantha (Gabrielle Anwar), a well-to-do lawyer who feels stuck in her career and longs for adventure - to come together for a reunion and to help save the coastline they so cherished from the greedy clutches of developers who want to turn it into a shopping mall.

The coastal enclave, where Chris and his friends used to surf, is now under threat, and they have only 30 days to raise the millions they need to buy the land before a greedy developer bulldozes the area. The movie follows the friends' antics as they try to fundraise and save their beloved coastline while also dealing with their personal problems. They face many obstacles along the way, including their own lack of funds, the competition from other investors, a shark attack, and their own ego clashes.

As the friends reconnect, they rediscover their passion for surfing and discover that they must come together to save what they love. Together they go on wild surfing adventures and host creative fundraising events such as a surf competition with a giant wave pool and a bikini car wash to raise enough money to save the beloved coastline.

Board Heads is mainly a story of heartwarming friendships, love for the ocean, and having the courage to follow your passions. Each of the characters has to navigate their personal challenges, and the friendship they have helps them overcome their obstacles. The movie showcases just how far people can go when they are inspired by their love for something they cherish.

The cinematography in Board Heads is impressive, especially the surf scenes. The waves look authentic, and the camera captures the beauty of these characters in their natural habitat, the ocean.

The soundtrack of the movie is also notable, featuring a mix of classic surf rock and upbeat 90's and early 2000's songs. It adds an extra oomph to the surfing scenes and the overall vibe of the movie.

In conclusion, Board Heads captures the essence of living life to the fullest, pursuing your passions, and the power of friendship. It's a fun and heartwarming movie that will leave you feeling inspired and nostalgic. It's definitely a must-watch for anyone who loves surfing, the ocean, or coming-of-age stories.

Board Heads is a 1999 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes.

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  • Release Date
    1999
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 31 min