Addie and the Lightning Bugs

A tender, sun-hazed short that lingers on small childhood feelings, quiet backyard wonder and the ache of leaving home.

Directed by

Alexander Jeffery

Genres

Drama

Starring

Cailey Fleming, Brooks Ryan, Ashlyn Moore

Overview

In the damp heat of a southern summer, a young girl finds out that her family is moving to a new city. As Addie hatches a plan to stay put, she seeks solace in the mysterious lightning bugs in her backyard.

How it feels

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

About

Family, coming-of-age, identity, 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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