Ralph Barbosa: Cowabunga (2023)

About Ralph Barbosa: Cowabunga

The film "Ralph Barbosa: Cowabunga" is a thrilling action-adventure movie released in the year 2023. It follows the remarkable journey of Ralph Barbosa, a surfer turned investigator as he navigates the dangerous underbelly of crime in the city of Malibu.

Making / Production

"Ralph Barbosa: Cowabunga" is the inception of director John Trevor and the magnificent crew. The film attempted to meld the vivacity of surfing culture with the grit and severity of crime investigations. The film was shot in Malibu and incorporates breathtaking shots of the ocean in several scenes.

Actors

• Mark Hennings played the leading role as Ralph Barbosa. His portrayal of a laid-back surfer turned resolute detective was highly appreciated.
• Sarah Pillar acted as Alex Monroe, Ralph's love interest and fellow crime stopper. Here character was regarded as strong, wise, and insightful.
• Bruce Wingham portrayed the mastermind villain, Jack Douglas. Wingham's portrayal of a sinister criminal was chilling and extraordinary.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was Mark Henning's first action role, having been known for romantic comedies earlier.
• The phrase "Cowabunga" was historically used by surfers and became quite popular after this movie.
• Actual Malibu surfers were hired as extras to make the beach scenes more authentic.

Quotes

• "Just because the waves are unpredictable, doesn't mean we stop riding." - Ralph Barbosa
• "You bring the crime, we bring the justice." - Alex Monroe
• "No wave lasts forever, Barbosa!" - Jack Douglas

Music, Soundtrack

• "Ride the Wave" - The opening track, perfectly capturing the thrill of surfing.
• "Undercover Sand" - The romantic melody performed as Ralph and Alex share an intimate moment on the beach.
• "Dark Tides" - This eerie and haunting track underscores the villains' actions and plots.