IN WAVES
Adapted from AJ Dungo''s acclaimed autobiographical graphic memoir, IN WAVES is a deeply moving animated love story about grief, resilience, and the healing power of the ocean. Shy teenager and aspiring skateboarder AJ meets the adventurous surfer Kristen at a high school dance, and an unexpected romance blossoms beneath the sun-soaked skies of Southern California. As Kristen introduces AJ to the beauty and culture of surfing, he gradually overcomes his fear of the water, discovering not only a new passion but also a profound sense of belonging. Their idyllic future is suddenly disrupted when Kristen is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, forcing the young couple to face unimaginable challenges together.
Featuring the voices of Will Sharpe (THE WHITE LOTUS) and Stephanie Hsu (EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE), director Phuong Mai Nguyen''s stunning feature debut captures the joy of first love and the enduring strength of human connection. Opening Cannes Critics'' Week 2026, IN WAVES is a luminous celebration of love, memory, and finding hope through life''s changing tides.
Preview
Credits
Transaction fees may apply.