Director Curtis Hanson’s health complications following heart surgery have led to the Of Men and Mavericks director having to take time off from helming the film in order to recover. And Deadline reports director Michael Apted (The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader) has stepped in finish up the last two weeks of shooting.
The dramatic biopic tells the story of big wave surfer Jay Moriarty, a legendary figure in the world of surfing who died at the age of 22. The film stars Jonny Weston as Moriarty and Gerard Butler as his mentor, Frosty Hesson.
The Plot:
“Of Men and Mavericks is a true story based on Santa Cruz surf phenom Jay Moriarity and his quest to ride the mythic Northern California break known as Mavericks where winter swells bring in treacherous waves the size of five story buildings. Moriarity trained for more than a year under the tutelage of mentor Rick ‘Frosty’ Hesson, and in the process the two forged a unique relationship, ultimately transforming both of their lives. Jay’s story remains an inspiration to surfers and non-surfers around the globe, who’ve coined the phrase, ‘Live like Jay.’”