
BEYOND THE BREAK: THE SAM DANNIELS STORY
Feature documentary, 2021
Client TELUS Storyhive
Produced by True Calling Media / Pink Buffalo Films
Directed by Missy McIntosh
Role Co-Director of Photography
This documentary follows paralympic athlete Sam Danniels as he builds his own adaptive surfboard and learns to surf along the Pacific Northwest coast. It highlights adaptive sport, resilience, and innovative problem-solving. The film premiered at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, earning the People’s Choice Award in 2021, and screened at the Adventure Uncovered Film Festival in 2022.