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Synopsis

SOUL SURFER is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid. In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life, Bethany’s feisty determination and steadfast beliefs spur her toward an adventurous comeback that gives her the grit to turn her loss into a gift for others.

 

CREDITS

STARRING

Helen Hunt, Dennis Quaid, AnnaSophia Robb, Lorraine Nicholson and Carrie Underwood

DIRECTOR

Sean McNamara

SCREENPLAY BY

Sean McNamara, Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Deborah Schwartz

BASED ON A WORK BY Bethany Hamilton, Sheryl Berk, Rick Bundschuh

PRODUCERS

Sean McNamara, David Brookwell, Douglas Schwartz, David Zelon and Dutch Hofstetter

RATING

PG for an intense accident sequence and some thematic material.

Movie Events

SOUL SURFER

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Why a Site License?

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Discussion Guide

Intended for use after viewing the film, this study guide provides catalysts for biblically based discussion of various themes found in the film. The guide features three themes from the movie and is structured in such a way that groups can choose to discuss the entire guide at once or can focus on one or two themes at a time.