Stroke

In a world where security is fleeting and momentary... Dorothy has a safe spot... the middle of an empty swimming pool. Suddenly a team intent on training appears and a drama of epic proprtions ensues. Driven by an instinct for...

New Zealand Production

Short 1994 Sci-Fi & Fantasy 8.00 minutes

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A lone swimmer gets revenge on a group of lane swimmers who disrupt her tranquillity. Outstanding cinematography complements a beautifully realised short film.

1994 - Cannes Film Festival

Sydney International Film Festival

Times London BFI International Film Festival

Hof International Film Festival

1995 - Sundance Film Festival

Directors

Christine Jeffs

Producers

Robin Laing

Screenplay Writers

Christine Jeffs

Cast

Fiona Samuel
Dorothy

Crew

John Toon | Cinematographer

Mike Hedges | Sound

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