IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users77%
Director: Baltasar Kormákur•Genres: Adventure, Biography, Drama, Romance
In 1983, free-spirited Tami Oldham meets the charming Richard Sharp in San Francisco and they soon fall in love. They accept an offer to sail a luxurious yacht across the Pacific, a journey that turns into a desperate fight for survival when they are caught in the devastating Hurricane Raymond. Left adrift in the damaged vessel with no communication and severe injuries, they must rely on each other and their own resilience to navigate the treacherous waters and find their way back to land.
Adrift received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at the performances of Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin, as well as the stunning cinematography. However, many critics found the narrative to be predictable and the dramatic elements somewhat conventional, with some arguing that it failed to fully explore the depth of the true story.
Praises Woodley's and Claflin's strong performances in a survival tale.
The film's visual beauty and commitment to a true story are often highlighted.
Some reviewers found the plot predictable and lacking emotional depth.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Adrift' to be a compelling and inspiring survival story, with many praising the chemistry between the lead actors and the beautiful ocean cinematography. Some viewers felt the film could have delved deeper into the characters' emotional states and the harrowing nature of their ordeal.
Shailene Woodley performed many of her own stunts during the storm sequences, including moments where she was submerged in water.
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