BORN TO FLY_SHORT FILM (15min）
Based on a true story, the film follows a mother as she struggles to face her daughter’s serious illness and gradually finds acceptance.
Directed by Adetoun Akande
Produced by HappyJanicki
Written by Adetoun Akande
Edited by Yinyan Zhao
Produced by HappyJanicki
Written by Adetoun Akande
Edited by Yinyan Zhao
Editing Statement
The editing preserves a large number of long takes, allowing the audience to stay close to the actors’ emotional performances without interruption. By avoiding excessive cutting, the film gives space for subtle expressions, silences, and emotional shifts to unfold naturally, helping the audience experience the mother’s inner journey with greater intimacy and realism.