<div> Help Us Finish Our New Zealand Documentary — A Film to Inspire Kids Around the World
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<div>In early 2025, our family spent a month in New Zealand to film a documentary about Carter Metcalfe, a 13-year-old mountain biker whose journey with severe Tourette Syndrome has inspired millions online.
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<div>Thanks to the incredible generosity of this community, we were able to raise over $4,000 through GoFundMe, and with the help of amazing partners like Onewheel, Western Pipe Fabrication, Thread Wallets, and MERGE4 Socks, we reached an additional $6,000. That support got us on the ground in New Zealand and made this film possible.
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<div>Now, the filming is complete.
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<div>We have the story.
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<div>We have the footage.
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<div>We’re almost across the finish line.
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<div>And today, we’re excited to share the first official trailer, which will also be posted on Carter’s Instagram channel. If it moves you, please share it. ❤️
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<div> What This Film Is About
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<div>This film isn’t just about biking, it’s about resilience.
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<div>Just over a year ago, Carter was diagnosed with severe Tourette Syndrome. It flipped his world upside down. He battled tics so strong he could barely function, faced bullying at school, and felt completely isolated.
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<div>But then he found mountain biking.
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<div>And everything changed.
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<div>Riding became his therapy.
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<div>The trail became his safe place.
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<div>And sharing his story online began inspiring millions of kids and parents around the world.
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<div>This documentary follows Carter as he returns to the homeland of his grandfather, rides with some of New Zealand’s most talented young riders, connects with his Maori roots, and shares his story with kids across the country. It’s a film about turning challenges into opportunities, honoring family heritage, and finding strength in community.
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<div>Our dream is to get this film into festivals, schools, events, streaming platforms, and into the hands of as many kids as possible who need encouragement and hope.
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<div> What We Still Need
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<div>To finish the film at a professional, festival-ready level, we need $12,000 for post-production:
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<div>Editor: $7,000–$8,000
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<div>Composer: $2,000–$3,000
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<div>Graphic Artist: $1,500–$2,000
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<div>Colorist: $2,500
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<div>Every dollar directly funds the artists bringing this film to life.
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<div>✨ Why Your Help Matters
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<div>This film will help kids and families understand that they are not alone.
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<div>It will show that challenges don’t have to break us—they can become the beginning of something extraordinary.
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<div>If you believe in:
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<div>resilience,
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<div>mental health awareness,
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<div>or the idea that one story can change another kid’s life…
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<div>…then we would be honored to have you help us complete this film.
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<div> Every donor will be listed in the film credits.
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<div>You will forever be part of this project.
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<div> Thank You
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<div>To everyone who supported the first phase—thank you.
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<div>To everyone joining us now, welcome to the journey.
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<div>Let’s get this finished.
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<div>Let’s share Carter’s story with the world.
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<div>And let’s help kids everywhere keep pushing, keep pedaling, and keep believing that their challenges can become their greatest adventure.
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<div>Thank you for helping us bring this film to life.
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<div>— The Metcalfe Family
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Richard Iannacone

Debbie Darwish

Bradford Connell

Anonymous

Julian Fernandez

Kilian Margreiter

JD Ahmanson

Joan Fuhriman

GG Now

Colby Bauer

Jr Macintire

Steve Holland

Ryan Gagnon

Baily Boaz

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Carter's Adventure: Finishing the Documentary.

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Carter's Adventure: Finishing the Documentary.

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