By the Bay (2017)

By the Bay is a short Scottish drama film about growing up and coming out. Sam, Alexandra and Connor swim in the ocean, play games on the beach and relax in the sun. Sam watches his friends but starts to become suspicious that there might be something more than friendship going on. When Sam catches Alex and Connor kissing Sam lashes out, leaving Alex distraught and Connor angry. Alex is devastated that she's ruined their friendship, Connor annoyed at how Sam is reacting whilst Sam simply feels alone. As Sam packs his things and contemplates returning home, Alex and Connor attempt to reconcile what they believe to be the problem, unaware of why Sam reacted the way he did. Can Sam, Connor and Alex's friendship survive and thrive or will Connor and Alex's romance see the sun set on their childhood friendship?