Eye of the Dolphin

In a poignant tale of self-discovery and familial bonding, troubled teenager Alyssa (Carly Schroeder) finds herself at a crossroads when she's sent to live with her long-lost father Hawk (Adrian Dunbar), a dolphin researcher, in the Bahamas. The death of her mother a year prior had left Alyssa reeling, and her subsequent suspension from school for smoking only added to her emotional turmoil. As she navigates this unfamiliar island paradise, Alyssa's arrival coincides with a period of great tension between Hawk and the local politicians, who are at odds over the potential economic benefits of catering to tourists.

Initially, the relationship between Alyssa and her father is strained, with Hawk's prickly demeanor doing little to endear him to his newly discovered daughter. However, the presence of Tamika (Christine Adams), Hawk's girlfriend, and Daniel (George Harris), Tamika's father, helps to ease the tension and facilitate a connection between Alyssa and Hawk. As she settles into island life, Alyssa begins to uncover a remarkable gift that she shares with her father - the ability to communicate with dolphins.

This special bond sparks a powerful relationship between Alyssa and a wild dolphin, one that her father struggles to condone due to its potential scientific implications. Meanwhile, the local powers-that-be threaten to shut down Hawk's research station, sparking a crisis that puts the entire community at risk. It becomes clear that Alyssa and her wild friend hold the key to resolving this conflict, and their unique connection has the power to bring all parties together in a surprising display of unity and understanding.