Lifeguard (1976)

In the sun-soaked realm of Los Angeles County, we find Rick Carlson, a man seemingly frozen in his 30s, ensconced in his role as a lifeguard. His life, dictated by the rhythm of the sea and punctuated by the occasional thrill, is more often marked by moments of tranquil solitude. However, the tides of change are on the horizon, threatening to pull Rick from his familiar shoreline existence. Among the myriad of faces he encounters, two stand out: a seventeen-year-old newcomer to the LA scene, and an old high school companion who has traded teenage dreams for the polished sheen of a Porsche dealership. As Rick navigates the complexities of these relationships, he is drawn back to his past during a fifteen-year high school reunion. Here, he unexpectedly reconnects with his former high school flame, now a divorced mother, and the sparks of their old romance are rekindled. Caught in a riptide of emotions and choices, Rick must decide whether to cling to his lifeguard whistle or exchange it for a set of Porsche keys. His journey is a poignant exploration of the crossroads between youthful simplicity and the pressing demands of adulthood. Will he surrender his beachfront sanctuary for a more 'serious' career path, or will he continue to find solace in the symphony of the sea? The answer lies beneath the surface in 'Lifeguard'—a film that dives deep into the heart of life's complexities.

Lifeguard is a comedy movie featuring Sam Elliott.

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