“Sense of Wonder” By Hideki Nishizawa

A series of journeys in which creators seek new inspiration through mother nature. Inspired by the various patterns of light, they discover new sensations, perceptions, and creativity.

HOU'LEY (ABSENT) Fond du Lac is a Dene First Nations community in northern Saskatchewan. The name quite literally translates to “Bottom of the Lake,” It has one of the highest suicide rates among youth in Canada. In this documentary short, one grieving mother tells the story of her fifteen year old son and his untimely and tragic death from suicide. With limited mental health support, it has been nearly three years since she has been able to speak openly about the trauma she and her family experienced following the loss of her son. Director: Alexander Sworik Editor: Brian Chambers Colourist: Sam Zook Re-Recording Mixer - Alastair Sims Produced by: Northern Bridge

Credits

Director, Cinematographer, Editor: Hideki Nishizawa (Exit Film Inc.)
Production Manager: Sora Tamura (Exit Film Inc.)
Sound Editor: Hiroshi Watanabe (Panpot)
Title Designer: Iori Fukushi
Narrator: Michael Turpin
Translator: Saya Terai
Executive Producer: Yasuhiro Tamura

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