Eventually, Tyler texts Alexis, who is willing to mend their relationship. On the way home, the couple has a fight and Alexis walks home alone.ĭistraught, Tyler begins drinking heavily and abusing drugs. He takes her to get an abortion, but she has a last-minute change of heart. Tyler's life is further complicated when he receives a text from Alexis, who reveals that her period is late, indicating that she is pregnant. Against the recommendation of his doctor, Tyler continues to wrestle competitively until he is thrown onto his shoulder during a match, causing irreparable damage and ending his season, as well as his career. Unbeknownst to anyone, Tyler suffers from a Level 5 SLAP tear, which he keeps secret from his family and team by stealing his father's painkillers. He parties with his friends and spends time with his girlfriend, Alexis Lopez, but is routinely pushed to be better by his domineering father, Ronald. Tyler Williams is a popular high school senior on the wrestling team. It received positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances (particularly that of Harrison, Russell, and Brown), cinematography, and Shults' direction. It had its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival on August 30, 2019, and was released in the United States on November 15, 2019, by A24. The cast was announced in July, with Demie joining in August.

Principal photography began on Jin Broward County, Florida and wrapped up on August 24, 2018. It traces the emotional journey of a suburban American family as they navigate love, forgiveness and coming together in the wake of a tragic loss. It stars Kelvin Harrison Jr., Taylor Russell, Lucas Hedges, Alexa Demie, Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Sterling K. Along with Shults, it was produced by Kevin Turen and Jessica Row.

Waves is a 2019 American drama film written, produced and directed by Trey Edward Shults.

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