Shark Man

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Billy-Boy escapes his abusive stepfather in Texas, relocating to South Florida with his mother and sisters. As summer unfolds, he forms a friendship with Tim, but their bond is tested by their mutual affection for Mae Beth, the surf shop owner's daughter. Navigating this new environment and his emotional struggles, Billy-Boy finds guidance from "Shark Man," an older local teen, and Sonny, Mae Beth's father. Together, they help him explore the ocean's mysteries and his own identity.