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Written October 29, 2012
Chase It!

by cpkenny

A must-see for kids and/or adults on the BIG SCREEN. No swearing, no sex, no violence... just a great story that keeps you hooked from beginning to end. It's more than a surfing movie... it's a story about life and love.

Critics are lukewarm with their reviews... think it's a little predictable, a little soft, etc. But audiences are really enjoying it. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll be amazed.

Based on a true story... "When young Jay Moriarty discovers that the mythic Mavericks surf break, one of the biggest waves on Earth, exists just miles from his Santa Cruz home, he enlists the help of local legend Frosty Hesson to train him to survive it."
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Written October 27, 2012
A totally wholesome and entertaining film

by fireunderground

I too have screened many movies this summer. Some bad, some good, and a few like Chasing Mavericks, "GREAT". If your looking for a lot of phony shoot m up or the unimaginable you may or may not appreciate this film. If you enjoy wholesome entertainment, with some realism, good storyline occasional edge of your seat situations and deep look into humanity, then this is a must see movie. Denny
- 26 out of 49 found this review helpful.
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Written October 29, 2012
Maverick

by Karon Smith

I love movies that are based on true stories. This one was one of the best movies I've seen in a long time. I was very surprised and cried when 2 of the main characters died. Awesome movie!
- 11 out of 19 found this review helpful.
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Written November 3, 2012
JUST AMAZING!!!

by akpurple12

Jay must have been an incredible young man! My son was born in Santa Cruz in '83, and my ex-husband lives there still, and used to surf there. I called him to tell him he should go see this on the big screen, and he informed me he used to work with Kim's dad and knew her even as a baby. Small world! I suggest any and everyone go see this movie. I'm not an expert reviewer, but suffice it to say that the movie is just totally awesome! Excellent footage, and a good example for young people... Jay is a superb role model. I wish I had know him back then, in some small way. BLESS YOU JAY!!!
- 12 out of 21 found this review helpful.
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Written November 4, 2012
Awesome

by mangosweetness

This movies was a great story about a great man. I'm a fan of Gerald Butler but the kids out showed him. What a beautiful life story!
- 13 out of 23 found this review helpful.
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Written November 5, 2012
Awesome movie!

by baer64

Great family movie. Great message and a bunch of surfing to boot! Thanks guys!
- 4 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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So-so
Written October 28, 2012
Chasing Mavericks

by counterisk

Ok movie, will generate some interest in surfing and big waves, but not much. For the surfers who see the movie, they'll like the premis, but its hollywood and no one will believe any of the stars could get in 2 foot swells none the less maverick size waves. Anyone really interested in watching spectacular big wave surfing should get a copy of real surf movies like "Step into Liquid" and watch legendary Laird Hamilton surf Jaws in Maui or Gerry Lopez surf Banzai Pipeline. Bottom line- ok, nothing to write home about- would never re-watch.
- 18 out of 34 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written November 4, 2012
Chasing Mavericks

by lauriebel

Great Movie - story and ascenery!
- 3 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Written November 2, 2012
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by jainmartin

Great movie! I'm always impressed when actors & actresses learn a sport for a film. There are some great shots of Gerard catching waves! Little ones with no body double =] Imagine what it would be like if they cast an actual surfer in this film? There would be some BAD acting, that's for sure. The scene where the boat nearly flips in Mavericks had me on the edge of my seat. Well done, son!
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Written November 2, 2012
Touching and Entertaining

by dtoophy

Loved the movie. Good family show. Great story about real people.
- 3 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Written November 4, 2012
Chasing Mavericks

by cheesydiva

Inspirational - and true - story.
- 3 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Written October 27, 2012
Surf's Up

by jjonesindallas

I went to see this movie for Gerard Butler and I got him and much, much more. I know Butler is the big draw and he nailed his role as surfing mentor, Frosty Hessen. The pleasant surprise for me was newcomer Jonny Weston as surfing legend, Jay Moriarity. The photography was nothing short of spectacular and added to the telling of this amazing story of two people who found themselves in each other. And, yes, I laughed and cried and loved. Great movie!
- 16 out of 31 found this review helpful.
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I'm In
Written October 24, 2012
by kmlarson
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I'm In
Written October 5, 2012
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I'm In
Written November 4, 2012
by moulard
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