How to Swim is a 2018 Israeli short drama film written and directed by Noa Gusakov.
Plot synopsis
In the last few days of her pregnancy, a terrified mother-to-be tricks a stranger into spending time with her.
Production The film was produced with funding from Gesher Multicultural Film Fund and a grant from the International Student Film Festival, as a winner of the "Short Along the Way" program.
Cast Dina Sanderson – Avigail – Tami Omry Ashin – Husband Gal Macadar Irit Digmi
Reception In his review of the Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival, Ofer Liebergal commended both lead actors for their performances, and said that their respective personalities permeate the film and provide it with its quality. Film critic Yair Raveh called the film one of his favorites of 2018, called it "enchanting, creative and original", and said it was a prime example of exciting things happening in the short-film genre. He also called it "best film of the festival" in his review of the Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival.
Awards Best Narrative Short Film – Annapolis Film Festival Gold Award – Robinson Short Film Competition, Pittsburgh Doron Halperin Award, Best Short Film – Women Directors Film Festival, Israel Vimeo Staff Pick
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