AFIN 2024 · Short Film
DIVE
Directed by Tyler Stanley Redmond
AFIN 2024 Winner Best Student Film · Ruth Gill, Tyler Redmond
Nominee Best Lead Performance · Lily Roebeck
Nominee Best Live Action Short Film · Ruth Gill, Tyler Redmond
Nominee Best Original Score · Maxwell Stone
- Type
- Short Film
- Country
- New Zealand
- Runtime
- 15m
- Self-rated
- M content guide
Synopsis
"Dive" is a coming-of-age drama that follows a young competitive swimmer named Paula, who is trained by her father Troy. Despite her dedication and hard work, Paula's results don't meet her father's high standards. Meanwhile, Troy struggles with financial problems and the possibility of losing their home. As the national swimming competition approaches, tensions rise between father and daughter, and Paula begins to question her passion for the sport. The story explores the complex relationship between a father and daughter and the pressures of chasing success.
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