Directed by Natacha Bianchet

Logline: Catch of the Day: She Was Hooked, But Her Fishy Obsession Went Overboard!

Synopsis: A short film exploring female sexuality through a young fish plant worker who becomes obsessed with a famous local fisherman revealing to the audience her delusional and addictive thoughts to his unfortunate demise.

Distribution Contact: WFG

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RUNTIME: 9 Minutes
GENRE: Experimental, Narrative, Fiction
PRODUCTION FORMAT: HD
LANGUAGE: English
LOCATION: Manitoba
TECHNIQUES: Computer Animation, Live Action
KEYWORDS: Fishing, Sexuality, Canada, Demon

Director's Statement: In crafting this short film, I wanted to delve into the often-unspoken complexities of female sexuality and the fine line between admiration and obsession. Our protagonist, a young fish plant worker, embodies the yearning and confusion many feel as they navigate their desires in a world that often dismisses them. Her infatuation with a local fisherman serves as a lens through which we explore themes of vulnerability, delusion, and the impact of societal expectations on women's identities.

Through a blend of humor and darkness, we aim to highlight the absurdity of her obsession, while also inviting the audience to empathize with her struggles. The fish plant setting becomes a metaphor for the environment in which she feels trapped—surrounded by the catch of the day yet unable to grasp her own desires fully.

In an era where female narratives are more vital than ever, I hope this film sparks conversations about desire, boundaries, and the nature of obsession—encouraging viewers to reflect on their own relationships with love, lust, and the sometimes fishy waters of infatuation.