MVP 2: Most Vertical Primate

The story unfolds mainly in Seattle, centering on the city’s hockey scene with the Seattle Simians. It also shifts to Los Angeles during the Carjackers’ scheme against Jack, providing contrast between two urban centers. A key location is the makeshift pool where Jack and Ben bond, and Oliver Plant’s dumpster-turned-space where Ben finds a board and a path to the competition.

🤝 Friendship

Jack and Ben form an unlikely bond that becomes the emotional core of the story. Their alliance helps them weather rough odds and find safety. The film emphasizes loyalty, trust, and the way true friendship unlocks resilience.

🛹 Talent & Opportunity

Ben’s natural skateboarding talent drives the plot forward and draws attention beyond their immediate world. The arrival of a sponsor marks a turning point, validating Ben’s dream and offering real chance for growth. The pursuit of opportunity through practice and perseverance is celebrated throughout.

🏠 Belonging

Oliver Plant’s generosity creates a sense of home and safety for a runaway boy. Ben’s journey toward sponsorship culminates in a new family through adoption, reframing his past as survivable with care. The film ends on the theme that belonging matters as much as achievement.