Gliding is a short film from Writer Director Galina Chakarova.  It is a glimpse into the life of Alma as she goes to visit her Grandma.  Starring Ailema Sousa and Shirley Wiggins, the film is a gentle reflection on the stress that the Covid 19 pandemic put on families with elderly relatives to care for, and the importance of physical contact to mental wellbeing

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In Official Selection at

LITTLE WINGS FILM FESTIVAL  

London (BIFA Qualifying)

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INTERNATIONALE KURZFILMTAGE WINTERTHUR  

Switzerland (BAFTA & OSCAR Qualifying)

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LUCAS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL  Frankfurt

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MINIMALEN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL  Norway

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LIGHTHOUSE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL  New Jersey

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BATH FILM FESTIVAL  UK

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WALTHAMSTOW INTERNATIONAL FILN FESTIVAL  London

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Gliding was recently reviewed and given 5 stars by online review platform Short Films Matter, who described it as "A poignant exploration of resilience and responsibility during the COVID-19 pandemic."  The full article can be read here.

 

The full film is available to watch below;