A Life of Intent - Growing Desert Roots
AWE FF 2024
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6m 54s
At 19, Shelly suffered a serious traumatic brain injury that marked the beginning of her adult life. She began documenting her journey through photos, and this habit became a passion that led her on a brave path toward acceptance and meaning-making. Set in the peaceful and beautiful landscapes of the Southwest, Shelly tells her story in her own words and shares how nature, photography and human connection helped her transcend her circumstances and live a life marked by resilience and creativity: a life of intent.
Directed by Caroline Boyd
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