Saguenay international
short film festival

Synopsis

Forced to leave her baby daughter with the child’s father, young mother Esther is caught in desperation and longing. Through the night she chases touch and comfort, seeking ways to hold on to who she loves the most.

Production :
Sic [film]
Distribution :
The Swedish Film Institute
Contact :
Camera :
Christine Leuhusen
Music :
Lisa Rydberg
Sound designer :
Claes Lundberg
Screenplay :
Lovisa Sirén
Editing :
Lovisa Sirén

In competition for :


Grand Prize

Jury Award

AQCC award

Audience award Official competition

Direction
  • Lovisa Sirén

    Lovisa Sirén is a screenwriter, director, and editor. Her feature debut, Maya Nilo (Laura), was nominated for the Guldbagge Awards. Her short films have screened at Sundance and Locarno, winning multiple awards. Her work explores relationships, power, and complex female characters with humor.