Off the Lip (2004) - Movie Details
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| Release Date: | May 7, 2004 (Limited) |
| On DVD: | September 28, 2004 |
| Genre: | Comedy |
| Director: | Robert Mickelson |
| Writer: | Shem Bitterman |
| Cast: | Mackenzie Astin, Marguerite Moreau, Mark Fite, David Rasche, Dave Allen, Adam Hatley, Peter Mackenzie, Rick Overton, Adam Scott |
| Studio: | Hannover House |
| Official site: | offthelipmovie.com |
| Running Time: | 87 minutes |
| MPAA Rating: | Rated R for language, some drug use and sexual content. |
Marguerite Moreau is Kat, a new journalism school grad on the hunt in Hawaii for an interview with the elusive big wave surfer "The Monk." But The Monk doesn't want to be found and the friendly natives aren't quite as friendly as they seem. Dodging her uninvited boyfriend and demanding father, holding off the advances of her geeky boss, and on the run from the FBI, Kat needs to find her story while...
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Anonymous says:
May 10, 2004I think this movie isn't so much about surfing as it is about a film about realizing potentials in life. It was marketed as a surfing film, and it's understandable why people who go to see it because of that would be a bit disappointed. But if you want a cool, smart, indie film, it's right on target. Shot "mockumentary" style, it follows brand-new journalist Kat (played by the hot Marguerite Moreau)on her quest for legendary surfer The Monk. It's a comic farce in some spots, love story in others, and I greatly recommend it.
Anonymous says:
May 9, 2004I've seen just about every surf movie released so I honestly can say this movie is the worst surf movie ever made. The plot was a good idea but the characters are so cheesy they become annoying. There are good scenes of big wave surfers but anyone can view these at web sites dedicated to big wave surfing.
I rather rent Gidget goes Hawaiian then sit through Off the Lip again.
Anonymous says:
May 7, 2004Robert Mickelson's daring directoral debut skillfully combines genre's in this surprising and delightful comedy. Although marketed as a "surf" film, "OFF THE LIP" is more accurately categorized as a "mockumentary" that just happens to be set against the world of big-wave surfing. Leading lady Marguerite Moreau seems well positioned for "A" film success, with her girl-next-door charm and a deliciously intelligent performance. Unfortunately, the film's limited release will force most consumers to wait for the video; but if you're in one of the film's theatrical markets, check it out on the big screen for the impact of some of the superb surfing sequences.