Outta The Rough – Feature Film

Deandre Jenkins is a teenager caught in a whirlwind of struggles. Facing the reality of aging out of foster care and watching his dreams of basketball glory slip away after being kicked off his high school team for fi ghting and losing his college basketball scholarship, he feels trapped. But life has a diff erent plan.

When his case manager arranges a job for him at a local country club, Deandre thinks it’s just another dead-end opportunity. Little does he know, this dishwashing gig will lead him to a life-changing discovery. One fateful night, while blowing off steam by taking a golf cart for a wild
ride, Deandre crashes it into the lush greens—and in the process, uncovers an unexpected talent for the game of golf. What starts as a chaotic moment sparks a series of events that will transform his life.

As Deandre learns the ropes of golf and greenskeeping from a wise mentor who becomes a father fi gure, he also fi nds love with the General Manager’s daughter and begins to feel like he’s fi nally found his place. But there’s a shadow hanging over him—a dangerous debt he owes to a local gang. Forced to work for a ruthless leader, Deandre is caught between the promise of a brighter future and the haunting pressures of his past.

With a growing support system, a newfound passion, and the encouragement of those who believe in him, Deandre faces the most important game of his life—on and off the course. Will he fi nd the strength to overcome the odds stacked against him? Will his love for golf—and the relationships he’s built— be enough to guide him toward success?

In this inspiring, feel-good journey, Deandre’s story proves that no matter how diffi cult life gets, one swing of the club—or one choice—can change everything. Will he rise to the challenge, or will his uphill battle prove too much?

“Outta of the Rough” is a heartwarming tale of redemption, resilience, and the power of second chances. A movie that will leave you believing that no dream is ever too far out of reach.