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The Perfect Wave

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2014 | 94 min | Romance, Adventure, Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes knowing it really happened and romantics. Based on real events, so expect to go down a research rabbit hole afterwards. If you loved The Wild One, start here.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Lets scenes breathe, at 1 hr 34 min.
What might put you off
Skip it if romance makes you roll your eyes.

The true story of Ian McCormack who grew up surfing the waters of New Zealand. Wanting to dive deeper, Ian sets out on a journey with his best friend that will change his life as they chase the perfect wave.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 9K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Bruce Macdonald

  • Scott EastwoodIan McCormack
  • Cheryl LaddMrs. McCormack (mom)
  • Patrick LysterMr. McCormack (dad)
  • Rachel HendrixAnabel
  • Scott MortensenLachlan
  • Nikolai MynhardtMichael McCormack
  • Carolyn ForwordSydney House Girl
  • Marty KintuSimon - 50
  • Mehboob BawaDoctor
  • Riana AlfredsRosy