A sun-drenched, tender romance capturing the hazy warmth of a California summer. It explores the delicate balance between familial duty and the courage to chase one's own dreams through the metaphor of surfing and the ocean's vast freedom.
Shelter
"The power of being true to yourself."
Director:
Jonah Markowitz
Cast:
Brad Rowe, Trevor Wright, Tricia Pierce, Tina Holmes, Jackson Wurth
Drama
Romance
Budget:
$500,000
Box Office:
$142,666
Shelter - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
I just never knew that you knew about me.
— Zach
Context:
Spoken during an intimate moment with Shaun, acknowledging the unspoken connection between them.
Meaning:
A vulnerable admission of his closeted status and the relief of being seen and understood by someone else without judgment.
You can't just take whatever you want.
— Zach
Context:
Zach arguing with Shaun about why he can't leave his family responsibilities.
Meaning:
Reflects Zach's worldview of limitation and duty.
You'll never get what you want unless you take it.
— Shaun
Context:
Shaun's response to Zach, challenging him to be active rather than passive in his own destiny.
Meaning:
The counter-philosophy that drives the film's resolution; a call to action for Zach to claim agency over his life.