Dancing With My Mother
A memoir by Sheree da Costa
Dancing With
My Mother
Our award winning short film
Amidst the unbearable loss of her son, a grieving mother rediscovers the healing power of dance and reconnects with his memory in a way she never thought possible.
Officially selected in OVER 26 FILM FESTIVALS WORLDWIDE. And WINNER of 7 AWARDS, including Best Editing, Best Short Film, and Best Actress. Filmed on location at Wollombi Wines, in the beautiful surrounds of the Hunter Valley, Dancing With My Mother is a semi-biographical film tribute by Sheree da Costa, (in collaboration with Lunacraft Productions), dedicated to the memory of Joey Atkins. Using dance and magical realism, Dancing With My Mother sheds light on a loving, but troubled young man and the deep bond he shared with his mother Sheree da Costa. This film aims to raise awareness for mental health issues, addiction, Hallucinogen Persisting Disorder (also known as HPPD) and suicide prevention.
“One of the most beautiful short films you're likely to see. Legendary Australian dancer Sheree da Costa features in the stunning Dancing With My Mother.” – SCREEN WATCHING..
Taking The Drop
Written by: Sheree da Costa, Danielle DuBois, Jill Flitton & Debbie James
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What is HPPD?
No better explanation than this, copied directly from The Perception Restoration Foundation. If you’d like more information on this life-changing disorder, please click the link below.
Also I suggest you look into the work of Ed Prideaux, a London-based journalist who suffers from HPPD. A truly remarkable young man. Link below to his writing website.
HPPD (Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder) is an under-researched neuro-psychological condition involving distressing changes to visual perception following the use of drugs, including and especially psychedelic drugs.
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