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Mother's Day
A space-loving boy navigates a new world after his mum suffers a mental health crisis.
Overview
A space-loving young boy must navigate a new world when his mum suddenly suffers a mental health crisis and his gran returns from the Caribbean to take care of him. Screened as part of BFI London Film Festival 2024 Shorts programme Family Ties.
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