“Will & Rashida create an underwater opera and a philosophical meditation on overcoming fear at any age.”
“The water is used as a vessel to teach a much deeper lesson about conquering life’s adversities.”
A SWIM LESSON - Producer
A SWIM LESSON is an ode to an everyday hero: Bill Marsh, a swim teacher who helps children manage their fears and discover their own power when submerged in an overwhelming unknown. The film is directed by Rashida Jones and Will McCormack, produced by Emily Arlook and Nicole Emanuele and was released by Documentary Plus, POV Shorts, and LATimes Short Docs. It is appropriate for all ages. Learn more at https://www.aswimlesson.com/
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**ACADEMY AWARD SHORTLIST - BEST DOC SHORT**
**WORLD PREMIERE – TELLURIDE FILM FESTIVAL**
**AUDIENCE AWARD- HAMPTONS FILM FESTIVAL**
**AUDIENCE AWARD – CALGARY FILM FESTIVAL**
**BEST SHORT - NEWPORT BEACH FILM FESTIVAL**
**SHORT LIST - DOC NYC FESTIVAL**
**NOMINATED- CINEMA EYE HONORS**
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