Flying Lessons
"Shit, shit, shit. Not moving a bit!"
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Flying Lessons is a drama/comedy film. directed by Sarah G. Waldron. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Shayvawn Webster, Julia Schanker, and April Fritts
Synopsis
Two estranged adopted sisters are forced together by their mother's sudden death: Beatrice, an autistic Chinese high school senior who wants to learn to fly, and Talia, a queer black musician who never wanted custody of Beatrice in the first place. Starring the autistic actress the story is based on, the film blurs narrative and documentary styles and showcases a unique and underrepresented perspective on death and grief.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 15, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Budget
$80K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $80,000
Production Companies
- Scooter Films LLC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flying Lessons about?
Two estranged adopted sisters are forced together by their mother's sudden death: Beatrice, an autistic Chinese high school senior who wants to learn to fly, and Talia, a queer black musician who n...
Who directed Flying Lessons?
Flying Lessons was directed by Sarah G. Waldron.
How long is Flying Lessons?
Flying Lessons has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Flying Lessons released?
Flying Lessons was released on October 15, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Flying Lessons?
The main cast of Flying Lessons includes Shayvawn Webster, Julia Schanker, April Fritts, Tori Ashley Matos, Gina Berceau.