6,000 miles of Britain's coastline are traveled by filmmaker Andrew Kötting with his 85-year-old grandmother and his seven-year-old daughter.
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6,000 miles of Britain's coastline are traveled by filmmaker Andrew Kötting with his 85-year-old grandmother and his seven-year-old daughter.
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Synopsis
Gladys, an 85-year-old grandmother, travels around the coast of Britain with her grandson, filmmaker Andrew Kötting, and his seven-year-old daughter, Eden. The trio covers 6,000 miles in a campervan, sharing stories and experiences along the way. Eden has Joubert syndrome, a rare genetic disorder, which adds depth to their interactions. Premiering at the 1996 Edinburgh Film Festival, "Gallivant" won the Channel 4 Best New Director prize and reflects on family ties and the passage of time across generations.
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Why Watch
- Meet Gladys, Kötting's 85-year-old grandmother.
- Find out about Eden's Joubert syndrome.
- See the coast of Britain through a unique lens.
- Follow a personal story of family and mortality.
Did You Know
- Gallivant was released in 1996 as Andrew Kötting's first feature film.
- Eden, Kötting's daughter, was born in 1988 at Guy's Hospital, London.
- Gladys, Kötting's grandmother, was 85 years old during the filming.
- The film won the Channel 4 Best New Director prize at its premiere.
- Gallivant was ranked number 49 in Time Out's 100 best British films.
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Who directed the film Gallivant?
Gallivant was directed by Andrew Kötting.
What is Joubert syndrome?
Joubert syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes cerebral vermis hypoplasia and several other neurological complications.
What award did Gallivant win at the Edinburgh Film Festival?
Gallivant won the Channel 4 Best New Director prize at the Edinburgh Film Festival.
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