We kick off a brief series on beach movies with a viewing of the original, the story of a tomboy who takes up surfing thanks to the help of the king of the beach bums, the Big Kahuna, while falling in love with his sidekick Moondoggie. 

Starring Sandra Dee, Cliff Robertson, and James Darren. Written by Gabrielle Upton. Directed by Paul Wendkos.

Listen here: https://sites.libsyn.com/398906/episode-240-gidget-1959