RIPTIDE: Point Break

An FBI agent infiltrates a group of extreme athletes suspected of a string of audacious robberies. As he gets closer to the criminals and their leader, he finds himself torn between his duty and the allure of their adrenaline-fueled lifestyle. The film features a series of high-stakes stunts performed across various extreme sports.

The 2017 remake of Point Break received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding it to be a pale imitation of the original. While the action sequences and extreme sports stunts were acknowledged by some as visually impressive, the film was criticized for its weak script, underdeveloped characters, and lack of the original's charm and energy.

• Visually spectacular stunts and extreme sports sequences, but overshadowed by a derivative plot.

• Lacks the charisma and kinetic energy that made the original film a cult classic.

• Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the predictable narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed to negative reception. Many viewers found the action sequences to be exciting and the extreme sports elements impressive, but felt the story was weak and lacked the depth of the original. Some appreciated the global filming locations and stunts.

The film famously features stunts performed by some of the world's top extreme sports athletes, including wingsuit flyers, surfers, free climbers, and motocross riders, with a deliberate effort made to minimize CGI in favor of practical stunts.