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Point Break
2015 114 min Germany, United States of America PG-13 16+
★5.0
Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller
Director: Ericson Core
🎭 Based on
«Point Break»
Trailers
Description
A young undercover FBI agent infiltrates a gang of thieves who share a common interest in extreme sports. A remake of the 1991 film, "Point Break".
Budget:
$105M
US Gross:
$28.78M
Worldwide:
$133.78M
Starring
Edgar Ramírez
Actor
Luke Bracey
Actor
Ray Winstone
Actor
Awards
2 wins & 4 nominations total
Key opinion
The 2015 Point Break remake is widely viewed as a visually stunning spectacle that excels in extreme sports cinematography but struggles to match the emotional depth and character resonance of the 1991 original. While opinions on the necessity of the remake vary, most critics agree that the film functions better as a standalone action showcase than as a faithful reimagining of the source material.
| Cinematography | Breathtaking cinematography and the use of practical, high-stakes stunts in natural locations define the film's success. | |
| Emotion | The romantic subplot is consistently criticized for lacking depth, backstory, and genuine emotional connection. | |
| Acting | Edgar Ramirez receives praise for bringing a sense of strength and ideological presence to the role of Bodhi, while Luke Bracey's portrayal of Johnny Utah is frequently described as wooden and uncharismatic. | |
| Theme | The film's philosophical underpinnings regarding environmentalism and extreme sports are perceived by many as hollow or underdeveloped rather than meaningful. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is divided: some viewers appreciate the updated, expansive plot and integration of multiple extreme sports, while others find the dialogue pompous and the story thin. |