A surfers journey along the Northern Coast of Scotland.
Photos by Paul Hempstead | Original Soundtrack by Jadu Heart.
This beautiful 20-minute film follows surfer Emily Grimes as she embarks on a quest for waves, riding a horse and leading another laden with her gear.
During the journey Emily finds herself stuck in a cycle of wishing for better waves, a better board, or better performance.
The film delves into Emily’s profound realisation that her relentless pursuit of perfect waves has shackled her to an unending cycle of dissatisfaction. Throughout the expedition, she confronts her “grass is always greener” mindset head-on, discovering that her fixation on better waves, equipment, and performance has robbed her of the ability to truly savour the present moment.
Emily’s journey takes an introspective turn as the lack of waves during her trip prompts her to reflect on her relationship with surfing. As the days pass, she grapples with the self- imposed pressure to excel in the sport she once loved, recognizing how her incessant self-criticism has tarnished the joy it once brought her. Director Meg Wriggles crafts a visually stunning narrative that captures the raw beauty of Scotland’s coastline while also delving into Emily’s character. Analysing two very different sports, White Horses promises to leave a lasting impression on viewers, inviting them to re-evaluate their own relationshi with ambition, self-criticism, and the pursuit of happiness.
In fast-paced modern-day life, this is a message we can all learn from; surfers or non-surfers; to take life a little slower and enjoy the journey.
Meg Wriggles is an emerging director and visual artist based in Scotland. Wriggles is co- founder of Skateboobs and Foundry Films. Foundry Films is known for its ability to create intimate, artistic documentaries, gaining critical acclaim for their debut documentary, Your Next Breath.
White Horses is currently doing well in the festival circuit and will be shown at an exclusive screening during the SurfGirl magazine launch event on 23rd October at Project 83, Newquay.
