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Drift

Drift

Two brothers. One dream. No rules.

20135.81h 53m

Overview

In the 70s two brothers battle killer waves, conservative society and ruthless bikers to kick-start the modern surf industry.

Directed by Morgan O'Neill
Written by David Roach, Simon van der Borgh, Morgan O'Neill
Box OfficeBudget: $11.0M0

Top Cast

Sam Worthington

Sam Worthington

JB

Myles Pollard

Myles Pollard

Andy Kelly

Xavier Samuel

Xavier Samuel

Jimmy Kelly

Lesley-Ann Brandt

Lesley-Ann Brandt

Lani

Sean Keenan

Sean Keenan

Young Andy Kelly

Robyn Malcolm

Robyn Malcolm

Kat Kelly

Aaron Glenane

Aaron Glenane

Gus

J

John Fairhead

Mr. Kelly

R

Riley Holley

Lincoln

C

Campbell Madden

Teacher

Themes & Keywords

surfingsports

About Drift

Drift is a drama film released in 2013 exploring themes of surfing, sports. Directed by Morgan O'Neill, it stars Sam Worthington, Myles Pollard, Xavier Samuel. In the 70s two brothers battle killer waves, conservative society and ruthless bikers to kick-start the modern surf industry.

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