• Drama
• Family

Looking Through Water 2025

"Looking Through Water" is a 2025 American drama film directed by Roberto Sneider. The film was released on September 12, 2025, with a limited theatrical run. It is based on the novel of the same name and the memoir "Catching Big Fish" by Bob Rich. The movie's plot centers on a wealthy New York executive, William, who is going through a personal and professional crisis. After a public meltdown, he receives an unexpected invitation from his estranged father, Leo, to join him in a father-son fishing competition in San Pedro, Belize. Reluctantly, William agrees, and during the trip, he begins to confront the reasons for their strained relationship. The film is a generational drama that explores themes of family, forgiveness, and redemption. It interweaves William's journey with his father with a present-day storyline where an older William takes his own grandson, Kyle, on a fishing trip. Through these intertwined narratives, the film highlights how the scars left by fathers can be healed and how new bridges can be built. The cast features a multi-generational ensemble, including Michael Douglas as the older William, Michael Stahl-David as the younger William, David Morse as Leo, and Walker Scobell as Kyle. The film also stars Cameron Douglas and Ximena Romo. The screenplay was written by Zach Dean and Rowdy Herrington, with music composed by Jeff Russo. "Looking Through Water" has been noted for its compelling storyline that uses fly fishing as a backdrop for a powerful family drama. It has received positive attention from the fly fishing community for its accurate portrayal of the sport. Read More

• 2025
• 1 h : 47 min
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