The Island

A quiet, tender short that sits with grief and small gestures, letting a fragile bond slowly thaw against windswept island scenery.

Directed by

Fionnuala Gygax, Kate Gilmore

Genres

Drama, Family

Overview

After suffering a recent loss, a young mother brings her daughter on a trip to Inis Oírr island to connect with her. Set over 3 days in Spring, this film explores the rebuilding of a fractured mother daughter relationship. An intimate story of love, loss and learning to communicate.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Grief, parenthood, family, healing

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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