I'M STILL HERE
synopsis
Johnny (56) and Julia (87) only have each other. Immersed in his own time, Johnny deals with a mental instability that is no obstacle to caring for, combing and singing for Julia, who is suffering from memory loss. "I'm still here" explores the unconditional relationship of a mother and son that transcends time and its effects.
awards and selections
Best Documentary Short Film. Cine Las Americas International Film Festival (United States). May, 2018.
Jury Special Mention. MiradasDoc, Tenerife Documentary Film Festival and Market (Spain). January, 2018.
Jury Special Mention. Atlantidoc, International Film Festival of Uruguay (Uruguay). December, 2017.
Jury Special Mention. Antofadocs, International Film Festival (Chile).
November, 2017.
It premiered at Hot Docs (Canada) 2017 and participated in more than 25 international festivals. These include the Chicago International Film Festival (United States) and the Valladolid International Film Week (Spain).
about
Director and Screenwriter: Tana Gilbert
Producer: Alba Gaviraghi
Cinematography: Sebastián Cifuentes - Ashley Salman
Sound: María José Salazar - Diego Aguilar
Editor: Javiera Velozo
Image Postproduction: Válvula Films
Sound Design: Carlos CPM Sonido
Production Company: Agosto Cine
Distribution Company: Patio de luz