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Bustin' Down the Door (2008)

"In 1975 a group of young surfers revolutionized their sport. This is their untold story."

6.020081h 36mEN
Documentary

Directed by Jeremy Gosch

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

July 25, 2008

Director

Jeremy Gosch

Overview

During the winter of 1975 in Hawaii, surfing was shaken to its core. A group of young surfers from Australia and South Africa sacrificed everything and put it all on the line to create a sport, a culture, and an industry that is today worth billions of dollars and has captured the imagination of the...

Cast

Edward Norton

Edward Norton

Narrator (voice)

Clyde Aikau

Clyde Aikau

Self

Ben Aipa

Ben Aipa

Self

Bernie Baker

Bernie Baker

Self

Dick Baker

Dick Baker

Self

Larry Bertlemann

Larry Bertlemann

Self

Wayne Bartholomew

Wayne Bartholomew

Self

Ian Cairns

Ian Cairns

Self

Nick Carroll

Nick Carroll

Self

Tom Carroll

Tom Carroll

Self

Bill Delaney

Bill Delaney

Self

Alexandra Florence

Alexandra Florence

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Bustin' Down the Door (2008), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

During the winter of 1975 in Hawaii, surfing was shaken to its core. A group of young surfers from Australia and South Africa sacrificed everything and put it all on the line to create a sport, a culture, and an industry that is today worth billions of dollars and has captured the imagination of the world. With a radical new approach and a brash colonial attitude, these surfers crashed headlong into a culture that was not ready for revolution. Surfing was never to be the same again.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Bustin' Down the Door. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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