Swimming with Fishes

Swimming with Fishes

An aquatic fairytale

2020 · 9 min · ★ 8.0 · Fantasy, Drama

Young and imaginative Leila is ready to do anything to escape the boredom of everyday life with her father. Her new boyfriend seems to be the key to evasion, but she will soon discover that her fantasies are not just sham.

Directed by Zachary Ayotte · Written by Zachary Ayotte

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