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A short skiing portrait of Svea Irving, exploring her deep connection to nature and passion for expression on snow.

Embark on a short visual journey of balance in constant motion, a seamless connection with the elements. Reminding us to find beauty in the things that create our surroundings, and the solitude accompanying them.

  • Svea Irving
    Ski
    Skier
  • Griffin Glendinning
    Director
    Director
  • Svea Irving
    Writer
  • Griffin Glendinning
    Writer
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes
  • Shooting Format:
    16mm, Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:10
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Griffin Glendinning

Griffin Glendinning is a director whose creative journey began in Philadelphia. He first picked up a camera at the age of 16, capturing the raw energy of inner-city rap artists, a venture that soon led him to collaborations with record labels and major music events. Driven by a deep-seated passion for the outdoors, Griffin shifted his focus to the ski and surf worlds, finding a unique resonance with the natural and unfiltered essence of these environments on camera. His distinctive visual style, influenced by German expressionism, fuses abstract imagery with a symphony of sound and motion, creating an immersive, visceral, and timeless experience.
Inspired by directors like Solomon Lighthelm, Christopher Nolan, and Leigh Powis, Griffin aims to tell important stories in non-traditional formats. He focuses on moments of self-interpretation, capturing details that encourage viewers to connect with the story on a personal level.

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Director Statement

We hope you feel the unprocessed nature of this short 16mm motion picture paired with practical effects. Allow your subconscious to wander, freeing the mind to explore and drift through the harmony of movement and nature.