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Review - 10 Stars This film is a gritty, heartfelt triumph. Centered on a young skim-boarder carrying the weight of his broken home, the story dives deep into themes of survival, loyalty, and identity. It's raw and emotional, capturing the struggle to become the man his family has always needed.

The lead gives a standout performance-vulnerable, determined, and incredibly real. His connection with the actress playing his mother is powerful and grounding, while the supporting cast brings authenticity and layers that elevate every scene.

The cinematography plays a major role in pushing this film across the finish line. Every shot feels purposeful-capturing both the beauty of the coastline and the weight of the character's world. It draws you in, makes you feel what the characters are feeling, and keeps the emotional current flowing from start to finish.

This team-cast and crew-showed up with heart, vision, and grit. And what they created isn't just a film-it's a story that sticks with you. 10 stars.

For a young filmmaker to write, direct, edit and star in his own film at such a young age with a small budget is an incredible feat. Jadon Cal is a promising talent and filmmaker.

This film has loads of heart and some great performances. I believe the actor who played Brent, David Hamzik, is a future great. Every scene he is in is so alive. You can't take your eyes off him.

You can't help but feel for the main character, Chris, who seems to be living in a deteriorating world. He is losing people to drugs, but his love for skim boarding and protecting his little brother gives him purpose.

The film does a great job settling into itself and transporting you to this little Florida town.

Hands down the most heart felt journey I've seen in a while, with sick Skim Boarding footage that has never been seen with such vibrant colors, cinematography & focus, energy & a musical score that brings you into the skim culture beautifully.

Skim boarding is an art form, done as a dance with the ocean waves in such a way that makes you feel like you are right there on the beach, with the sand in your toes & breathing in the salty air.

If you've never experienced skim boarding or if it's a part of your life, this will light you up in ways you didn't know were dark.

This is the heart of our hero's journey that keeps you engaged from the beginning.

Fantastic film. If you are a water sports adventurer & seeking your next thrill, this is the first film of its kind to highlight the Skim Boarding culture. A true path paver, this writer/director & lead actor are all the same amazing young man, Jadon Cal.

And it's pure heart, Jadon's vision brought life by the most talented team of folks in front of & behind the camera, in pre & post production. If you are looking for something to bring your senses alive, this film has it all-so much you will think you feel the ocean waves spray on your faces with the crisp footage. Thank you for highlighting the gorgeous Florida coast before the hurricanes of 2024.

Jadon is a good friend of mine and I went to initially support him. Wasn't looking forward to sitting through a cheesy skim boarding film to be honest(which was absolutely not)haha. As a surfer I do respect all water sports and skimming is definitely not easy. I wanted to support Jadon anyway I can. I was very surprised the movie had a deeper meaning to it. It was really good!! Pulled some heart strings and even shed a few tears. Dog town and z boys but skim boarding. The core of the movie was about family and overcoming challenges. Never losing heart and standing up for what's right. I loved it and will be recommending the movie to friends and family. The producers, cast, and crew were all incredible and it was really great meeting everyone at the premiere. Very talented and genuine individuals.