"Two brothers. One dream. No rules."

2013

1h 53m

5.8(143 votes)

Drama

Overview

In the 70s two brothers battle killer waves, conservative society and ruthless bikers to kick-start the modern surf industry.

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Cast & Crew

22 members

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Sam Worthington

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Myles Pollard

Andy Kelly

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Xavier Samuel

Jimmy Kelly

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Lesley-Ann Brandt

Lani

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Sean Keenan

Young Andy Kelly

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Robyn Malcolm

Kat Kelly

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Aaron Glenane

Gus

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John Fairhead

Mr. Kelly

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Riley Holley

Lincoln

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Campbell Madden

Teacher

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Igor Sas

Headmaster

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Dave Englert

Grubby

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Lee Cummings

Ross

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Harrison Buckland-Crook

Young Gus

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Dave Meadows

Publican

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Greg McNeill

Gordon King

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Brianna Wheatley

Candy

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Maurie Ogden

Percy

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Tim Duffy

Duffy

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Murray Dowsett

Stan

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Costume & Make-Up

Rose Bennett

Surfy Chick 1

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Emma Daley

Surfy Chick 2

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