les eaux calmes
Thirteen years after a tragic accident left Soleine paralyzed from the neck down, Les eaux calmes (Calmer Waters) documents her brave decision to become the first quadriplegic woman in Quebec to give birth. Through thought-provoking narration and intimate footage shot over the course of a decade, Soleine’s desire to embrace motherhood is what ultimately leads to self-forgiveness and her place in this world. But as she approaches 40, Soleine still hasn’t mourned the loss of her legs. Determined to relive her fondest childhood memory, a fishing trip with her family, Soleine is ready to let go of the past and once again dive into water.
About the Filmmaker
Award-winning French Canadian filmmaker and editor, Annie Leclair has enjoyed remarkable international success with her directorial debut film, Grounded (Enracinée, 2020), which won awards at the Diversity in Cannes during the 74th Cannes Film Festival, at the 39th Festival international du Film sur l’Art de Montréal and at the Social Impact Media Awards in Los Angeles.
A self-taught documentary film editor for TV and Cinema for the last 18 years, Annie is a storyteller known for her sensitive approach and musicality. Annie is the recipient of the 2021 Still I Rise Films Fellowship. With its support and mentorship, Annie completed her second documentary film, Les eaux calmes. Her film is currently screening at film festivals in Europe and North America.
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