Adrift (2018) is a survival drama film directed by Baltasar Kormákur, based on the true story of Tami Oldham and Richard Sharp. Set in 1983, the movie follows the couple’s harrowing experience after sailing into one of the most catastrophic hurricanes in recorded history.
The story begins with Tami Oldham (Shailene Woodley), a spirited young woman traveling the world, who meets Richard Sharp (Sam Claflin), an adventurous British sailor. Their shared passion for the sea quickly blossoms into romance, and the two set out together on a sailing trip across the Pacific. They are soon offered a lucrative job: to deliver a luxury yacht from Tahiti to San Diego. Seeing it as both a challenge and an opportunity, they accept.
However, during their voyage, disaster strikes when they sail directly into Hurricane Raymond. The storm devastates the boat, injures Richard, and leaves them stranded thousands of miles from land with no radio communication and limited supplies. With Richard unable to move, Tami takes charge. Despite her despair and fear, she musters extraordinary courage to repair the vessel, navigate the open sea, and ration food and water.
Driven by love and the will to survive, Tami relies on her determination and resourcefulness to keep both herself and Richard alive. As the days drag on, the boundaries between reality and hallucination blur, highlighting both her physical struggle and emotional resilience.
Ultimately, Adrift is not only a gripping survival tale but also a moving story of love and endurance. It portrays the strength of the human spirit in the face of impossible odds, reminding audiences that even in isolation and despair, hope can be the greatest compass.
