Breakwater (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2004, Breakwater is a notable film, running about 13 minutes.
What it’s about. The theme centers around a 17-year old girl, Elena, who's tempted to dismiss as futile the hope for love in her life when her parents divorce. This fantasy genre film pays homage to The Wizard of Oz, with an oceanic mythic savor. The story is set in contemporary beach culture of Southern California. Elena escapes the troubles of her home life by retreating to the solitude of the ocean, where she surfs away her pain. When her parents divorce and her father moves out, Elena unconsciously projects onto her boyfriend, Evan, the negative feelings she develops for her father. In an intense surf session Elena has a wipe-out, gets hit on the head with her board and knocked unconscious. She gets pulled underwater, and when she surfaces, finds herself in a dali-esque mythical realm where she sets out on a quest to find what she has lost. Lani, a mermaid guides her to find herself and face the Sea-serpent of the cave.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Breakwater sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breakwater page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breakwater (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakwater change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breakwater worth watching?
- Breakwater holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Breakwater released?
- Breakwater was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.