Freewheelin' (Norway) by Finn Walther
New Jersey Independent Film Festival • 1m 23s
Synopsis: Constrained by his physical impairment, a boy in a wheelchair gets a wild idea when meeting a free-range hen. Freewheelin’ is a one minute story about restraints versus opportunities, and reaching for the stars in the spirit of Ikaros in Greek mythology. Running time: 00:01:20.
Selections/awards: Minimalen Short FF (Audience Award: Best 1 Minute Short), Super Shorts LA, Brussels Independent FF, Hollywood Gold Awards (Best Super Short), Los Angeles FF (Best Super Short), and more.
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