The Lifeguard

In this 2013 drama, Kristen Bell stars as Leigh, a disillusioned journalist who decides to leave her life in New York City and return to her hometown in Connecticut. There, she takes up her high school job as a lifeguard and begins to navigate the complexities of adulthood while forming unexpected relationships with local teenagers. Directed by Liz W. Garcia, the film explores themes of identity and the struggle to find one’s place in the world. While it did not receive any major awards, it offers a poignant look at the challenges of growing up. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.