- The film was shot on location on the shores of Half Moon Bay, and the cast had the actors perform in the Mavericks waves themselves. This is the first time Mavericks Waves has actually appeared in a feature film.
- During the filming of the film, there will be medical teams and rescue teams on standby at any time along the coast.
- Gerard Butler was injured by the waves during the filming of the film and was in a coma. Fortunately, he was rescued in time and sent to the hospital for treatment.
- Many real-life surfers and surf spots appear in the film.
- Since director Curtis Lee Hanson has completed heart surgery and is still recovering, the producers decided to invite Michael David Apted to complete the final 15 days of filming.
- Gerard Butler and Jonny Weston both underwent intense surf training in preparation for the film .
Chasing Mavericks behind the scenes gags
2022-02-07 15:01
Extended Reading
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[first lines]
Frosty Hesson: We all come from the sea, but we are not all of the sea. Those of us who are, we children of the tides, must return to it again and again...
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[last lines]
Jay Moriarty: [archive footage of Jay] You know, you just got to appreciate everything. Um, I think that's one of the most important things in life, is just really appreciating it. Because, you know, we only get to do this once. And it's not for a long time. So enjoy it.