
In "Looking Up," the camera turns its lens on three individuals whose lives intersect through a shared love for birdwatching. As the story unfolds, each character opens up about their personal battles with mental health, navigating the turbulent waters of burnout, depression, anxiety, and trauma. This short film doesn't sugarcoat life's challenges, but it gently reminds us that sometimes, the simple act of reconnecting with nature—watching birds, in this case—can be a powerful remedy.
- Year2023
- Runtime12 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryNew Zealand
- GenreDocumentary
- DirectorStephanie Guest; Charlotte Gillespie; Lily Winter
- ScreenwriterStephanie Guest; Charlotte Gillespie; Lily Winter
- ProducerStephanie Guest; Charlotte Gillespie; Lily Winter
- CastAndy Cunningham; Giverny Forbes; Beth Wishart
In "Looking Up," the camera turns its lens on three individuals whose lives intersect through a shared love for birdwatching. As the story unfolds, each character opens up about their personal battles with mental health, navigating the turbulent waters of burnout, depression, anxiety, and trauma. This short film doesn't sugarcoat life's challenges, but it gently reminds us that sometimes, the simple act of reconnecting with nature—watching birds, in this case—can be a powerful remedy.
- Year2023
- Runtime12 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryNew Zealand
- GenreDocumentary
- DirectorStephanie Guest; Charlotte Gillespie; Lily Winter
- ScreenwriterStephanie Guest; Charlotte Gillespie; Lily Winter
- ProducerStephanie Guest; Charlotte Gillespie; Lily Winter
- CastAndy Cunningham; Giverny Forbes; Beth Wishart