Held By The Water (2023)
Overview
From being a competitive athlete to being told she could never compete again, this film depicts one woman's journey as she finds solace in her relationship with the ocean. Wild swimmer Fiona embraces the sea to manage life's challenges whilst aiding her recovery from a life-changing accident—self-care at its finest, utilising the water's tranquillity, beauty and peace.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.047 |
Directed By
Will Reddaway
Damian Sciberras
TOP CAST
Fiona Holden
self
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