Beach Quote by Lori Petty
“What the studio didn't understand is that surfing is about a billion times more dangerous than skydiving. They would not allow the boys to skydive, but they allowed us to surf in pipeline in Hawaii. Nine-hundred foot waves. So we're out there in the middle where the greatest surfers in the world surf. They have these long lenses on from the beach, so they can't see anything. They are just shooting our faces in the Point Break.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Point Break (1991)
The quote highlights the extreme danger of surfing massive waves compared to skydiving, emphasizing the studio's misunderstanding of risk.
In simple terms: Surfing huge waves is far risk than skydiving.
Recognize true risk before judging.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film production
- surfing safety
- adventure sports
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do media decisions affect participant safety?
- What responsibilities do producers have to understand real risks?
The studio may have prioritized visual spectacle over participant safety.