Breaking Boundaries (2016)

In 2012, everything changed for Jack Kavanagh. Having just completed his first year in Trinity College, Jack was holidaying in Portugal when tragedy struck the young teen. While swimming in the sea Jack collided with a hidden sandbank as he dived into an oncoming wave and was left instantly paralysed. A windsurfer of some repute, Jack's familiarity with the water could not prevent him from the life changing injury he sustained. In the years that have since passed, Jack has shown extraordinary courage in overcoming adversity. Despite his difficulties he has shown that limitations are only perceived and in so doing, has inspired thousands of people who have encountered his story. Prior to the accident, Jack made a pact with his friend, David Henry. They agreed that before the realities of life sent them their separate ways they would embark on the trip of a lifetime, travel the world and return with stories that they could share with their grandchildren. This was a first time filmmaking process for all involved and was completed on a shoestring budget of less than 10,000EUR. Fellow Trinity College Dublin student and friend Leen Tangney captured the whole journey on camera and edited the footage in the months proceeding the trip. What emerged was Breaking Boundaries, a story completely true to the team's original vision of highlighting that limitations are only perceived. The Documentary was aired on national television in Ireland during August 2016.