With depth, intimacy, and humor, FLOAT! captures filmmaker Azza Cohen's magnetic grandma’s life-affirming journey learning to swim at 82, inspiring audiences to defy societal expectations of aging and to boldly look forward at every stage.
Hanna gibt ihren großen Traum vom Leistungsschwimmen in der DDR auf und flieht mit ihrem besten Freund Andreas, der ins Visier der Staatsmacht geraten ist, im Sommer 1989 über die Ostsee. Fünfzig Kilometer Wasser trennen sie von der Freiheit. Und nur eine dünne, verbindende Schnur um ihr Handgelenk rettet sie vor der absoluten Einsamkeit.
While deflecting his parents' concerns about his Crohn's disease, a young man receives an unexpected announcement in their backyard swimming pool.
"Man of Arran" is a cinematic exploration of the beauty of Ireland's coastline, juxtaposed with the inner strength of 83-year-old Paddy Conaghan, a man who refuses to let age define him. Embarking on an extraordinary adventure: circumnavigating Ireland, diving into winter seas, literally immersing himself in Irelands rugged coastal beauty, and promoting the cause of mental health awareness. Through, stunning visuals, heartfelt interviews, and Paddy's captivating storytelling, Man of Arran aims to transport the audience into Paddy's world and his mission.
A young woman forms a bond with three elderly shopkeepers when she teaches them how to swim - even though there are no bodies of water to be found.
Se-eun is a janitor who is always the first to arrive at the pool where she works. One day, she runs into an old friend who is now a swimming instructor.
The last place Kayla wants to be is at her mom's for the summer, until she sets her sights on boyish Danny. He isn't prepared for a late-night swim with his best friend's older sister - or the game that follows.
Young Max discovers that grandfather Gustav cannot swim and decides to teach him. But Gustav thinks that it may be too late for him...
Two weeks before their high school graduation, a group of seniors attempt to break into their school's swimming pool.
