Drama,Romance,Action
United States of America
North Shore is a 1987 American sports drama film that follows Rick Kane (played by Matt Adler), a young surfer from Arizona who dreams of riding the big waves on Oahu's North Shore in Hawaii. Rick saves up enough money to buy a one-way ticket to Hawaii and sets off to pursue his passion for surfing.
Upon arriving in Hawaii, Rick meets a variety of colorful characters, including Chandler (played by Gregory Harrison), a famous local surfer who takes Rick under his wing, and Kiani (played by Nia Peeples), a beautiful local girl who becomes Rick's love interest.
Rick struggles to adapt to the local culture and surfing community on the North Shore, where the waves are big and dangerous. He faces competition from the local surfers, who do not appreciate outsiders and see Rick as a threat to their way of life.
Despite the challenges, Rick persists in pursuing his dream and trains tirelessly under Chandler's guidance, determined to prove himself on the North Shore. Eventually, he earns the respect of the local surfers and wins the prestigious Pipeline Surfing Classic, cementing his place among the world's top surfers.
The film features stunning surfing footage and an iconic soundtrack that includes music from artists like The Beach Boys and The Ventures. It is a classic underdog story that celebrates the spirit of perseverance, friendship, and the love of surfing.
