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Blue Crush (Surfing Documentary) (2002)

Megan Abubo (Actor), Rochelle Ballard (Actor), Aaron Fishman (Director) | Rated: NR | Format: DVD
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (162 customer reviews) |

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  • Actors: Megan Abubo, Rochelle Ballard, Layne Beachley, Kate Bosworth, Brian Grazer
  • Directors: Aaron Fishman
  • Writers: Aaron Fishman
  • Producers: Aaron Fishman, Deana Delshad, Nick Cates
  • Format: Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo)
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Vas
  • DVD Release Date: January 14, 2003
  • Run Time: 60 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (162 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00007ELFZ
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #202,643 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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Special Features

  • Interview outtakes
  • Surf Samoa
  • Safari in Africa
  • Exclusive interview with Pam Burridge
  • The world's most amazing blow holes
  • Lifestyle footage with the stars

Editorial Reviews

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Not to be confused with the 2002 feature film of the same title, Blue Crush is billed as the original all-girl surfer's movie, and it's guaranteed to please devotees of the sport. It's a mixed blessing, however, because it assumes familiarity with the sport and its superstars, dispensing with any educational or historical detail that would appeal to neophytes. After all, how can this film be dedicated to Rell Sunn (the pioneer of female competitive surfing, who died in of breast cancer in 1998 at age 47) and fail to explore her illustrious career? This haphazard approach extends to profiles of the young women who regard Sunn as their hero; we learn little of their backgrounds and how they rose to prominence on the waves. Blue Crush works best as a globetrotting, music-video tour of surfdom's prime locations (Samoa, Hawaii, the Gold Coast, South Africa) hosted by the sport's most prominent competitors, including several (Rochelle Ballard, Megan Abubo, Sanoe Lake, Keala Kennelly, Kate Skarratt) who appeared in Universal's popular feature. It's a lot of fun, especially if you "hang ten" on a regular basis. --Jeff Shannon

Product Description

The original Blue Crush surf film by Bill Ballard has become one of the biggest selling surf titles of all time. Starring the talents of the same great female surfers featured in the Universal theatrical release and featuring an awesome soundtrack with Crystal Method, Dance Hall Crashers, Morcheeba, Da Da and others! Surfers include Rochelle Ballard (surfing double for lead actress Kate Bosworth in Universal's Blue Crush), Megan Abubo (stunt surfer for Michelle Rodrigues in Universal's Blue Crush), Sanoe Lake (played role of Lena in Universal's Blue Crush), Kealla Kennelly (played herself in Universal's Blue Crush), and Kate Skarratt (played herself in Universal's Blue Crush).
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Stimulates the senses October 29, 2002
Format:DVD
I walked into the theatre expecting a fun summer flick to bring me out of a very depressing, stress filled, health concerning summer. What I got was far beyond that! Having lived 22 of my 38 years in sunny beach towns, I was brought back to Life!!!
Yes- it was a little mindless storyline, but hey - how many surfers could handle something deeper?!? Isn't that who this was made for? I fell deep into the movie. Every scene had something I could relate to. I could smell the ocean, taste and feel the salty water dried on my skin. Feel the rush of a wipe out that is so intense you don't know up from down when you're being thrown spinning in the water; and coming up for air only to take another hit and get that water blown up your nose again! Then, when you finally get out, find major road rash on your face that is burning from the salt water. Surfers - are you relating to this? Anyone who has been there should. Surf Divas - your sex doesn't matter! Surfing is surfing! I have seen this movie four times and am now anxiously awaiting the release of the DVD. I am planning a huge Luau on it's release date. The acting was good (not great) and the storyline was cute but not what 'The Academy' looks for. But, don't tell me you didn't laugh at the "Pro Bowl" athletes more than once! Overall, everyone fell into their characters very well. However, if this movie doesn't at least get mentioned for cinematography ... there all crazy!! This is a definate 'feel good' movie. You can't help but sing along (great soundtrack) and yell "oh, wo, holy..." when it comes right down to it. Bottom Line - A Must See! Only you can decide for yourself.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Catch this Wave!! August 24, 2002
I had planned to see this film simply because I have a deep interest in surfing. I think that it is a cool sport riding those fierce waves on nothing but a board. Must take tremendous athletic prowess, bravery and skill.

However I did not expect to like the movie itself. Given Hollywoods lousy track record lately (especially with stuff like this) I expected it to be another rubbishy teenage film.

Boy was I wrong!

Apart from the visuals (surfing and cinamatography). I was tremendously impressed that they decided to go so deep into the characters themselves. I especially like Anne Marie the main character. I thought that she was fine young woman. She was strong yet still flawed and vulnerable. I got the impression that she was a former wild child who was trying to do good. Trying to fill in the mother duties and see that her little sister went to college. Wanting to win the contest so that she could "pay her bills" on time every month. I found it really touching.

I also liked the female bonding between Anne Marie, Lena and Eden. They were like a family and looked out for each other. I found it far more real and noble than the promiscuous antics of the girls in "Sex and the City". They really loved and cared for one another. There was no cattiness or jealousy. Sure they fought but it was the kind of fighting you see among siblings who have disagreements. As opposed to see who would be #1 princess.

I found it really neat the way that at the end of the film all those young girls were gathering around Anne Marie in order to get her autograph. I think that she was a great role model. Sure she had problems, but the difference is between her and heroins in other in such movies is that she works through her problems and doesn't fluff them off. How refreshing!

The audience I saw it with were absolutely captivated. It was not one of those films where you can sense the restlessness of the audience, everyone was absolutely riveted.

Blue Crush is one of the best films I have seen in a long time. It will inspire you.

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Great Film! March 16, 2005
By J. Hall
Format:DVD
The first time I watched this movie, I was like, "Eh, it was ok." Then I watched it again. I began to notice little things that I had not paid attention to the first time. I really liked the feeling I got from the film. I felt like I could be apart of their world. It was just three young girls (4 counting the little sister) that were trying to live their lives. I thought the shots of the ocean were beautiful. This movie really makes me want to go there to see the beauty myself.

The film is about Anne Marie (Bosworth) and her struggle to succeed in the world as a surfer and a parental figure to her little sister Penny. She is training for the Pipemasters, a huge surfing contest. Her two best friends Lena (Lake) and Eden (Rodrigues) are her roomates and surfing buddies. Lena is a free spirited, "lets go surfing" girl. Eden is a tough, encouraging friend. They all work at a crappy job at a very nice hotel and resort. Penny is a young girl trying to grow up without a mom or dad... just an older sister and her two friends. While working in the hotel, Anne Marie notices Matt, an NFL quarterback, who she begins to date while trying to train for the competition.

All in all, this movie is one of my all time favorites because of its beauty and it's realistic story line. I loved it!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great surf footage & music
Don't have too much to say...this was a gift for my husband who loves the surf footage and the soundtrack. Video arrived quickly & in new packaging, so all was great! Read more
Published 28 days ago by girl@5280
blue crush
just finished blue crush part 2 and wanted to see part one of this surfing movie. excellent to watch with great scenes, and again at a great price.
Published 2 months ago by margaret
Surf Heaven?
I owned the DVD when it was released. And then traded it off when the Blu Ray came available. But the Blu Ray does not have the extras on the DVD. Read more
Published 3 months ago by W. D. Payne
great blu-ray dvd!
the movie is awesome itself,and blu-ray just makes it better.I would recommend this movie to anyone.the second one doesn't even compare.
Published 5 months ago by Nicholas Zoeller
Great summer movie from 2002
The summer movie of the year arrives a few months late. Blue Crush epitomized the very spirit of summer, with its surfer mentality and hanging out at the beach. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mike London
Pure fun!
This may not be the best movie ever made but it sure is pleasurable viewing. I appreciated the fact that they show that surfing is not easy, that it is indeed dangerous and risky. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Angela S.
This is the review for Tad Hamiltons
While my wife was at work, I came over to my parents house to go shopping with my mom cuz my dad was out golfing. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Billy Zane
Damn People..Get A Clue!
Would you guys get a grip and READ what this movie is??? It is NOT the "Blue Crush" movie with Kate Bosworth!! Look at what you're ordering! Read more
Published 10 months ago by Jay Scott
No movie inside
I bought the DVD blue crush, and when I recieved it there was no DVD inside the case. I would not recommend buying from these people
Published 10 months ago by leit
Excellent quality Blu-ray
This is an excellent quality Blu-ray. The original films looks great in HD. I would, however, have enjoyed some extras on the Blu-ray. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Rob H.
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