
Windrider (1986)
Release Year: 1986
Nation: Australia
Alternative Title: Wind der Liebe, Making Waves, Wind Rider, Miss Jade, Széllovasok, A Loucura do Surf
Director: Vincent Monton
Writer: Bonnie Harris, Everett De Roche
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: Barron Films, Bush Christmas Productions Pty. Ltd.
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Sport Film
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
Similar:
Keywords
Keywords: australia, beach, rock star, surfing, windsurfing
Story
PC Simpson, an enthusiastic surfer, teams up with his father's company engineer Howard to develop a high-tech surfboard for the upcoming world championship. Meanwhile, PC meets and falls in love with Jade, a rock star singer. His focus on the competition wavers as he pursues this new romance, putting his friendship, career, and dreams at risk.
Summary
Windrider (1986) is an Australian comedy-drama directed by Vincent Monton that explores themes of ambition, love, and the choices one makes between them. Set against the backdrop of Western Australia's beach culture, the film revolves around PC Simpson, a passionate surfer on the brink of international fame. The story intertwines competitive surfing with a romantic subplot involving Jade, a charismatic rock star singer who captures PC's heart.