🏆 BEST FOREIGN FILM One Small Visit (Canada) From space, you see the borders that divide us don’t exist. One Small Visit is the incredible true story of an immigrant Indian family who unexpectedly passes through the tiny Midwest hometown of Neil Armstrong in the wake of the '69 moon landing and the civil rights movement and ends up on the doorstep of the Armstrong home. Director, Writer: Jo Chim Genre: Drama 👉 Visit www.lashortsfest.com ------------------------------ Director Statement One Small Visit is based on the true adventure of my dear friend Anisha and her parents. When I first heard the tale I instantly fell for these lovely, bold, and badass Indian women. I loved the re-telling of the the moon landing, an historical event we all know, from this intimate perspective of people rarely seen on Western screens. Troubled by the growing polarization worldwide, working on One Small Visit gave me hope. After researching 1960’s America in more detail, I saw parallels between the turmoil then and now. I see this story as a parable for our own divided times. As a Chinese Canadian woman, now based in Hong Kong, I’ve always grappled with issues of race, identity, and belonging. With One Small Visit, I wanted to address them in an uplifting way. It’s ultimately a story between two very different families finding connection and a shared humanity. A testament to taking a leap of faith to bridge gaps, small acts of kindness, openness, and generosity. #lashorts2022 #lashortsfest #lashortsfest2022 #winners