Retirement at the age of 35? Most people would consider that unusual. But Shaun White has always defied expectations. He strapped on a snowboard at the age of five and began his journey to greatness. By the age of 19, he had become an Olympic legend, having won three gold medals and being inducted into the pantheon of sporting greatness.

White is now in his mid-30s and contemplating the next chapter of his life. Retirement looms, but it is not the end; it is the beginning of new adventures. Inspired by Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s words and driven by his own desire for more, White decided to tell his story through the riveting documentary series “Shaun White: The Last Run.” However, following the release of Nina Dobrev’s latest Netflix project, ‘The Out-Laws’, White recently opened up about several nooks and crannies of the film making process.

Trusting the Process of Filmmaking

When he met the creators of his docuseries, he felt a connection, as if he could open up and be vulnerable to them. It was difficult to relinquish creative control, but White understood that in order to create something authentic, he just needed to let go and trust the process saying, “I met them, and they were great people. I was thinking, ‘I can hang with them.’ If they’re around, I’d be able to open up and be vulnerable with them.”  He discovered previously unseen scenes as he worked through the editing process, a testament to the collaborative effort and trust he had placed in the team. Speaking to the Gaurdian he said, “The hardest part is trusting the filmmakers”.

“Shaun White: The Last Run” deconstructs stereotypes, destroying the idea that snow bums and skaters live carefree lives. It depicts moments of fear, stress, and uncertainty in addition to the adrenaline-fueled victories. “There was so much more happening,” White says, dispelling the myth of an emotionless machine. As the credits roll on “Shaun White: The Last Run,” all that’s left is awe and admiration for the legend’s creator. Shaun White and Nina Dobrev have proven that they are an unstoppable force when they work together.

Nina Dobrev’s Impact on Shaun White’s Journey

Behind every great athlete, there is often an incredible support system that propels them to achieve their dreams. In the case of Shaun White, his girlfriend, Nina Dobrev, a prominent actress, has been an unwavering pillar of strength and encouragement throughout his remarkable career.

As he embarked on the creation of his documentary series, he sought Dobrev’s guidance, drawing upon her industry experience and understanding of the film and TV world. Together, Dobrev and White faced the challenges of bringing “Shaun White: The Last Run” to life.

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They watched the first episode together. He said, “It’s funny, because my girlfriend just had a movie launch just as my documentary is premiering,” and described the moment as experiencing a range of emotions and pondering the impact of sharing such an intimate story with the world. In those moments, Dobrev’s unwavering support and belief in White’s vision became evident. Trust. It’s a word of great power, and for White, the most difficult part of making the documentary was trusting the filmmakers, Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau.

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