Freedom Swell is a feature length documentary that highlights a surf program designed to empower African Nova Scotian youth to connect with the ocean. The film explores the lack of diversity in the east coast surf scene, stemming from complex, historical barriers such as racism, segregated beaches, and generational fear of water. Co-founder, LaMeia Reddick, volunteers, participants, and community members, share their stories about the healing nature of water. Freedom Swell beautifully represents the spirit of North Preston Surf, a flagship program designed to inspire for years to come.
- Year2021
- Runtime60 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryCanada
- DirectorMarie Wright, Meaghan Wright
- ScreenwriterLaMeia Reddick
- CastLaMeia Reddick, Durrell Borden, Rachel Barrett, Beth Amiro
- CinematographerMarie Wright, Meaghan Wright
- EditorAmy Mielke, Brittney Gavin
Freedom Swell is a feature length documentary that highlights a surf program designed to empower African Nova Scotian youth to connect with the ocean. The film explores the lack of diversity in the east coast surf scene, stemming from complex, historical barriers such as racism, segregated beaches, and generational fear of water. Co-founder, LaMeia Reddick, volunteers, participants, and community members, share their stories about the healing nature of water. Freedom Swell beautifully represents the spirit of North Preston Surf, a flagship program designed to inspire for years to come.
- Year2021
- Runtime60 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryCanada
- DirectorMarie Wright, Meaghan Wright
- ScreenwriterLaMeia Reddick
- CastLaMeia Reddick, Durrell Borden, Rachel Barrett, Beth Amiro
- CinematographerMarie Wright, Meaghan Wright
- EditorAmy Mielke, Brittney Gavin