Point Break has everything a action film should have, non stop action, death defying stunts and a likeable bad guy. This was the second film for Reeves realeased in summber 91 following Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey. Reeves played the role in his methoad acting way and became a action star because of this film. Patrick Swaayze made a good bad guy and Kathryn Bigelow showed a woman can handle an action flick. But mainly Point Break is a good example of a wholly flawed piece of filmmaking that still manages to entertain. The screenplay sputters, veers and stumbles for almost two hours, Keanu Reeves gives a god-awful performance, and the film's veneer of a spiritual agenda is almost deplorably laughable. However, there are enough interesting quirks and decent action sequences to make it a howl to watch. Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis and the young Tom Sizemore make memorable cameos, and as the lead villain, Patrick Swayze is an over-the-top riot. The film might have worked better had it stayed within the realm of action camp, instead of attempting to be taken seriously: Kathryn Bigelow's screenplay and direction are painfully all over the map. Still, there are some stunning stunts and terrific surfing action, and excellent MTV style camerawork that makes for adrenaline-filled fun - despite the fact that the film is by and large ridiculous and inane.
Review of Point Break
