Poster for DIVE, directed by Tyler Stanley Redmond, AFIN 2024

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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