Acclaimed music video director Emil Nava expands on his stylistic tendencies in his debut feature, Snorkeling. A coming-of-age drama with an edgy and experimental tone, Snorkeling is a fresh take on navigating the haziness of young love and self-discovery. Fans of Euphoria will find a comforting similarity in Snorkeling‘s handling of drug and social dynamics among the Gen Z demographic.

This is a Love Story

Teenagers Michael (Daniel Zolghadri) and Jameson (Kristine Froseth) are in the throes of a blossoming relationship when they decide to experiment with a risky street drug. The hallucinogenic, called “Snorkeling,” gives the user a momentary sense of escape and relief. Placing the oxygen mask over your nose and mouth and inhaling the powerful fumes creates a fearless, out-of-body fantasy. The sensation is seductive, especially to the high school crowd Michael and Jameson associate with. But soon enough, they discover that the consequences of experimenting with this drug cannot be ignored.

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Part Coming-of-Age, Part Psychological Trip

Snorkeling is the result of no-holds-barred self-expression for Emil Nava, who channels his experiences of healing and sobriety into the making of the film. He also leans heavily on his background as an award-winning music video director for artists like Rihanna and Dua Lipa, creating a unique and immersive viewing experience. Visually, the film pops with color and sporadic animation moments, especially during the more psychologically trippy moments. Overall, Snorkeling feels like a compilation of moments stitched together, rather than the traditional format of scenes assembled in an editing room.

Takeaway

Cinematically powerful and musically driven, Snorkeling explores adolescent vulnerability with style, substance, and finesse. Now available to watch on Apple TV, Google Play, and most major digital platforms.