A teenage competitive swimmer's passion for the water turns to fear as relentless comments about her weight from her male coach erode her confidence, until an unexpected friendship with an older woman learning to float helps her to remember what makes her body great.
Credits & production
WendoAdalya J Rono
MariamBeatrice Kamuyu
CoachMelvin Alusa
DedePrince Mwangi Kariithi
Wendo's MumFaith Kibathi
Writer and DirectorLydia Matata
ProducerIvy Kiru
CinematographerE.M Mwangi
EditorRango Musau
Sound DesignerEddie Okumu
ColouristJude Achie
ComposerLukas Mcnally
Selections & awards
Official SelectionFAME Shorts Film Festival · 2025
Official SelectionAteker International Film Festival · 2025