The island of Oahu in the Hawaiian archipelago is pure magic and beauty, serving as the home for this iconic sports film. This tropical paradise, renowned for its otherworldly natural beauty, became the primary location for most of the movie's scenes. Special attention is given to Oahu's North Shore, where majestic waves and sun-drenched beaches create a mesmerizing spectacle. This area attracts surfers from around the world, and its landscapes leave unforgettable impressions on all tourists. The North Shore is famous for its world-class surf spot — Banzai Pipeline, which became the central location in the film. This legendary spot, located right on the beach, served as the backdrop for the life of the character Anne-Marie, whose shack-like dwelling allows her to enjoy breathtaking views of the ocean with its powerful waves crashing ashore. The beach park at the very heart of Banzai Pipeline attracts surfers with its dynamic competitions and famous surf breaks, providing unforgettable experiences for both professionals and beginners.

Filming Locations:

Beach

In the Movie

Scene where Anne-Marie, the main character, wakes up at night from a nightmare. To regain her balance, she goes for a run on the morning beach. Waves slowly envelop the sand, the sun rises on the horizon, and everything literally breathes calm and beauty.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Banzai Pipeline, located on Oahu's North Shore, which is one of the most famous surf spots in the world. This place is renowned for its powerful and ideal surfing waves, attracting professionals and enthusiasts from around the globe. The white sand beach and bright blue ocean create a stunning backdrop for filming, and its surf is a true spectacle that is hard to forget.

Hotel

In the Movie

Scene where Anne-Marie, Eden, and Lena combine their passion for surfing with their daily work as maids in a luxury resort hotel. Handling their tasks, they maintain optimism and are ready at any moment to return to their beloved surfing to once again feel freedom on the waves.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the Marriott Hotel in Ko Olina, located on the picturesque southwestern coast of Oahu. This luxurious resort hotel, with its refined architecture and incredible natural beauty around, provided a spectacular backdrop for scenes featuring the main heroines. The hotel is surrounded by beautiful white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Its spacious, elegantly designed interiors emphasize an atmosphere of comfort and coziness, attracting guests from around the world. Today, the hotel is known as the Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina. Despite the change in ownership, the hotel and its beach have remained unchanged since filming, preserving the same luxurious atmosphere.

Hotel Room

In the Movie

Scene where Anne-Marie is in Matt's hotel room. Their meeting takes an unexpected turn when he receives a call from another woman. Mistaking her for his wife, Anne-Marie becomes nervous, but soon, to her relief, she finds out it's actually Matt's niece.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Hawaii Film Studio, located at the foot of Diamond Head crater. The studio is just 15 minutes from downtown Honolulu, making it convenient for work. As the only state-owned film studio in the United States, it has a rich history and played a key role in creating some of the most famous television projects. Among them are the legendary series 'Hawaii Five-0' and 'Magnum, P.I.', as well as iconic shows like 'The Crow', 'North Shore', and 'Lost'.