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Year: 2007
Language: English
Director: Michael D. Sellers
In the Bahamas, a 14-year-old girl discovers a hidden connection with dolphins after joining her long-lost father, Hawk, a dedicated researcher fighting against greedy developers threatening his station. As Alyssa navigates this new world, she forms a powerful bond with a wild dolphin, sparking a journey that brings together unlikely allies and challenges the status quo.
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In a poignant tale of self-discovery and familial connection, troubled teenager Alyssa (played by Carly Schroeder](/actor/carly-schroeder)) finds herself navigating a complex new life when she moves in with her estranged father, Hawk, a dedicated dolphin researcher portrayed by Adrian Dunbar, in the stunning Bahamas. A year after her mother’s tragic death, Alyssa feels lost and, compounded by her recent suspension from school for smoking, she is emotionally adrift. Her arrival on the island occurs simultaneously with escalating tensions between Hawk and local politicians, who are embroiled in disputes over the potential economic gains of increasing tourism.
At first, the dynamic between Alyssa and Hawk is anything but harmonious; Hawk’s abrupt and prickly nature creates a chasm between them. However, the supportive presence of Tamika (played by Christine Adams](/actor/christine-adams)), Hawk’s girlfriend, along with her father Daniel (portrayed by [George Harris), proves to be crucial in easing the initial awkwardness and fostering a budding relationship between father and daughter. As Alyssa begins to acclimatize to her new surroundings, she stumbles upon a remarkable ability that she shares with Hawk – the unique gift to communicate with dolphins.
This extraordinary connection blossoms into a powerful relationship with a wild dolphin, a bond that Hawk finds troubling due to its potential ramifications in the scientific community. As the local authorities threaten to shut down Hawk’s research station, the pressing crisis places the entire island community in jeopardy. Ultimately, it’s clear that Alyssa and her dolphin companion hold the essential key to resolving this conflict, showcasing the profound ways their unique connection can unite opposing sides in a surprising and inspiring display of understanding and solidarity.
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