Monster Thursday(2004)
Three friends, one love triangle, and the quest for the perfect wave
A quirky romantic drama set in remote coastal Norway takes the viewer on a tumultuous ride through surfing aspirations, extreme weather and love.
Movie: Monster Thursday
Top 10 Billed Cast
Even
Karen
Beckstrøm
Skip
Tord
Sara
Markodude
Lege
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Overview
A quirky romantic drama set in remote coastal Norway takes the viewer on a tumultuous ride through surfing aspirations, extreme weather and love.
Release Date
2004-10-15
Average
4.8
Rating:
2.4 startsTagline
Three friends, one love triangle, and the quest for the perfect wave
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