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Step Into Liquid - Lion's Gate Release

A breakout project that blended editorial finesse with distribution strategy. As associate and executive producer, I helped shape the final cut, collaborated on storytelling in the edit bay, and positioned the film for a successful release under Lion's Gate (Artisan Entertainment).

From the ocean to the theater - a surf odyssey shaped by cinematography, sound, the power of filmmaking magic, and the art of great story.

About the project

"Step Into Liquid" was the first major feature film project I was a part of - a deep dive into the world of surf filmmaking alongside Bruce and Dana Brown. From editing and sound design in post-production to film festivals and distribution, working on this film was every bit a challenge and a dream.

  • Premiered globally and distributed by Lion's Gate
  • Celebrated for its cinematic surf visuals and sound
  • Contributed across editorial, production, and finishing
Step Into Liquid - Lion's Gate Release key art

Major motion picture approach to a niche genre

Working with an amazing crew for cinematography, music/sound design, camera and sound operators, fellow producers, and sound mixers who all believed in the story made for a surreal experience that was palpable on and off screen.

The Challenge

  • Financing an independent film with a new production company
  • Balancing storytelling with high-action surf cinematography
  • Coordinating production across the globe in sometimes extreme conditions
  • Delivering a cinematic narrative from raw, real footage and otherwise disconnected stories
  • Getting Hollywood to pay attention to a surfing documentary

The Goals

  • Capture the raw beauty of surfing as a lifestyle, not a sport
  • Make audiences feel immersed in the water alongside surfers
  • Inspire awe without using CGI or any special effects
  • Create a timeless experience that resonates beyond surf fans
  • Win theatrical distribution
+$20m Cumulative gross for worldwide theatrical and home video receipts.
+68 Countries featured the film for theatrical or home video audiences
+6 Audience, Jury, and overall Film Festival Awards
Hawaii International Film Festival WINNER Audience Award for Best Documentary
Newport Beach Film Festival WINNER Audience Award for Best Documentary
San Diego Film Festival WINNER Audience Award for Best Documentary
Surf Industry Manufacturers Association Awards WINNER Movie of the Year
DVD Exclusive Awards NOMINATED Best Original Retrospective Documentary
Video Business Magazine WINNER Audience Award for Best Documentary

Reviews

Step Into Liquid will send you into a dream state...
Elvis Mitchell Elvis Mitchell New York Times

Screenshots & Moments

Capturing the power, beauty, and chaos of surfing - frames frozen in time that pulse with motion, mood, and ocean energy.

Surf like a girl
Surf like a girl
Surfing Brings People Together
Surfing Brings People Together
Always a surfer forever
Always a surfer forever

Step Into Liquid became a festival darling that went on to collect many major awards and set the path for many careers in film and advertising.

From unpredictable waters to post-production polish, every step was a blend of heart, determination, and raw storytelling.