Shimmering Light is a 1978 Australian television film about an American surfer who travels to Australia in search of the perfect wave.
Kevin Pearse is a 29-year-old drop-out who lives off his family trust and spends most of his time surfing.
[citation needed] On 23 September 1985, Academy Home Entertainment released the film as Mutual Respect on VHS.
"[3] The Age's Mark Lawrence wrote "With its occasional tense moments, all round competent acting performances and good photography Shimmerling (sic) Light offers worthwile entertainment.
"[4] Also in the Age Brian Courtis said "It's a lightweight film with a credible script and several excellent acting performances".