Overview

Two estranged adopted sisters are forced together by their mother's sudden death: Beatrice, an autistic Chinese high school senior who wants to learn to fly, and Talia, a queer black musician who never wanted custody of Beatrice in the first place. Starring the autistic actress the story is based on, the film blurs narrative and documentary styles and showcases a unique and underrepresented perspective on death and grief.

Cast

Shayvawn Webster, Julia Schanker, April Fritts, Tori Ashley Matos, Gina Berceau

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What is "Flying Lessons" about?

Two estranged adopted sisters are forced together by their mother's sudden death: Beatrice, an autistic Chinese high school senior who wants to learn to fly, and Talia, a queer black musician who never wanted custody of Beatrice in the first place. Starring the autistic actress the story is based on, the film blurs narrative and documentary styles and showcases a unique and underrepresented perspective on death and grief.

When was "Flying Lessons" released?

Flying Lessons was released in 2023.

Who stars in "Flying Lessons"?

The cast includes Shayvawn Webster, Julia Schanker, April Fritts, Tori Ashley Matos.