FLYING LESSONS

Cinemavixion Review

Sarah G. Waldron's 'Flying Lessons' presents a poignant and delicate exploration of grief and familial responsibility. The narrative centers on Beatrice, an Autistic young woman grappling with the recent death of her mother, and her estranged sister, Talia. Thrust into an unexpected caregiving role, Talia finds herself ill-equipped to manage Beatrice's needs and her own emotional turmoil. Set against the backdrop of a rural home that holds deep significance for Beatrice but represents confinement for Talia, the film delves into the sisters' struggle to forge a new existence amidst profound loss. With performances by Julia Schanker, Shayvawn Webster, and April Fritts, 'Flying Lessons' promises a sensitive portrayal of sisterhood, adaptation, and the complex process of healing when faced with an uncertain future.