The Lifeguard (2013)

Overview

A disillusioned former valedictorian leaves her reporter position in New York City, yearning for the joy of her youth. She returns to her childhood town in Connecticut, where she takes a lifeguarding job at the local pool. As she navigates her new life, she becomes entangled in a risky romantic relationship with a troubled teenager, prompting her to confront her own unresolved issues and the choices that led her back home. The story explores themes of nostalgia, longing, and the complexities of adult decisions.