Salt
Synopsis
Alice Ward's autobiographical film explores her life with Cystic Fibrosis and her groundbreaking achievements in surf filmmaking, highlighting the profound influence of salt.
Synopsis
Alice Ward, a filmmaker and surfer living with Cystic Fibrosis, reflects on the profound impact of salt in her life in the short autobiographical film, SALT. Diagnosed at birth due to her unusually salty skin, Alice finds both challenge and freedom in the ocean. As the first woman in Ireland to film surfing from within the water, she captures the sport through a unique female lens. Blending personal history with stunning ocean visuals, SALT examines the deep connection between body, identity, and the sea.
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Why Watch
- See Murray Fredericks's stunning photography of Lake Eyre.
- Find out about the unique salt flats of South Australia.
- Meet the filmmaker Michael Angus and his artistic vision.
Did You Know
- Murray Fredericks spends five weeks each year at Lake Eyre.
- The film won Best Cinematography at the 2010 Byron Bay International Film Festival.
- Salt premiered at the Adelaide Film Festival in 2009.
- The film was nominated for two awards at the 51st Australian Film Institute Awards.
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Who directed the documentary Salt?
Salt was directed by Michael Angus.
What is the duration of the documentary Salt?
The duration of Salt is 28 minutes.
When did Salt first debut at the Adelaide Film Festival?
Salt debuted at the Adelaide Film Festival in 2009.
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