Soul Surfer

2011
PG
1h 52m

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7.0/10

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Water Sport Biography Drama Family Sport

Bethany Hamilton, a professional surfer, loses her left arm in a shark attack. Unwilling to pay attention to the gravity of her situation, Bethany decides to get back into the ocean and surf... Read allBethany Hamilton, a professional surfer, loses her left arm in a shark attack. Unwilling to pay attention to the gravity of her situation, Bethany decides to get back into the ocean and surf again.Bethany Hamilton, a professional surfer, loses her left arm in a shark attack. Unwilling to pay attention to the gravity of her situation, Bethany decides to get back into the ocean and surf again.

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IMDb RATING

7.0/10

54K

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POPULARITY

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Awards
- 2 wins & 12 nominations total

Videos12

Trailer 2:20

Soul Surfer

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"Night Surfing" from Soul Surfer

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"Night Surfing" from Soul Surfer

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Soul Surfer: That's What I'm Talking About

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Soul Surfer: Good Morning

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Soul Surfer: Perspective

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Soul Surfer: You Didn't Lose Everything

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Storyline

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Trivia
The real Bethany Hamilton provided most of the surf double work for her character.

Goofs
When Bethany first arrives home after the attack, she has a sheet covering her stump from the reporters. When she exits the car, you can see where the actress's actual arm is under the sheet.

Quotes
Bethany Hamilton: Surfing isn't the most important thing in life. Love is. I've had the chance to embrace more people with one arm than I ever could with two.

Crazy credits
During the ending credits, videos of the real Bethany Hamilton are shown, many of similar (or possibly the inspiration for) moments in the film.

Connections
Featured in The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.117 (2011)

Soundtracks
Mele Hula: E Kuini E Kapiolani
Traditional
Performed by Nona Oshiro
Courtesy of Daniel Ho Creations

User reviews169

Featured review

10/10

Truly inspirational!

This film touched my heart in a way few ever have it was well done in every aspect. The acting was excellent, everyone in this very strong cast turned in excellent performances's but Annasophia Robb was a stand out, absolutely genuine in her performance, your heart breaks for her and soars with her. The cinematography was beautiful and the under water shots were very creative. The special effects are convincing. But the true star of this film is the story itself. It tells the remarkable story of Bethany Hamilton which can not help but challenge and inspire the viewer. I can not recommend it highly enough. Don't miss this one! It is family safe we went with 7 people ages 12 to 70 and everyone loved it. It inspired us all!