Episode 223 - Point Break

Oz and Curtis are waxing their boards, practicing their "I am an FBI Agent!" yells, and hoping they don't have to jump out of a plane without a parachute to break down the definitive 90s Cult Classic: Point Break! Rookie FBI agent Johnny Utah (Keanu Reeves) goes undercover in the world of Southern California surfing to catch the "Ex-Presidents," a crew of bank robbers who hit vaults with surgical precision. But as Utah gets closer to the charismatic, philosophical leader of the pack, Bodhi (Patrick Swayze), he finds himself seduced by the adrenaline, the ocean, and a lifestyle where the only rule is that there are no rules. We break down the film’s absolute perfection: Kathryn Bigelow’s kinetic, ground-breaking direction, the undeniable bromantic chemistry between Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze, the incredible practical skydiving and surfing stunts, and the sheer audacity of the "foot chase" sequence. Is Point Break the greatest Bank Robbery Thriller ever made and a masterclass in Surfing Action, or just a movie that proves Gary Busey was definitely onto something with those meatball subs? Tune in for our full Point Break 1991 movie review! If you’re into analyzing action cinema that actually has a soul, appreciating films where the villain is the coolest guy in the room, or listening to two dudes who would definitely wipe out on a two-foot wave, this episode is for you. To catch the wave of the ultimate content before it hits the shore, paddle out to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are as intense as a 50-Year Storm and guaranteed to be a total rush of a listen. Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflix⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/⁠ Support the show: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix