Drama | Toronto, Canada | 2019 | 17 min
Written & Directed by Tom Gigliotti (@tom.gigliotti)
Produced by Leandro Amorim-Downie (@leandroishere)
Director of Photography: Nhat Nguyen (@natw1n)
Despite his old age and failing health, Walter, played by Gemini award-winning actor Lubomir Mykytiuk (North of 60, The Bridge, The Sum of All Fears) along with his daughter Kim, played by Geraldine Ronan (The Craftsman, Fireworks, Hometown Holiday) is forced to face the reality of yet another failed attempt to renew his driver’s license. Walter eventually confides in Kim and reveals what losing his freedom to drive really means to him. This reverse coming-of-age drama explores themes of independence, identity, and the inevitable changes in the circles of life.
Winner of:
Audience Award at the Toronto Short Film Festival
Audience Award at RUFF
Award of Excellence at Canada Shorts
Official Selection:
Edmonton International Film Festival
Toronto Shorts International Film Festival
Toronto Short Film Festival
Julien Dubuque International Film Festival
Sioux City International Film Festival
Canada Shorts Film Festival
Dumbo Film Festival
Walter’s Way
Dir. Tom Gigliotti
Continuity Supervisor & Art Assistant
Walter’s Way is a story of family, aging and how we keep alive the memories of those who have left us. Walter is in his 80’s and is trying to renew his driver’s license. After several failed attempts, he remains as adamant as ever and his daughter begins to realize that his determination is less about the car and more about the loss of his independence and the connection to his late wife.
