The Otter

The Otter is the story of Freddie, who, in the midst of burnout, explains some of the contributing mental health factors as she struggles to find the road to recovery.

Topics Covered
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD / ADHD), Burnout, Depression, Medication Management
Content Heads Up
Discussion of ADHD, Suicide, Depression, Burnout
Representation
White, Woman / female, Adult, Parent
Film Style
Documentary
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Festivals & Awards

Wreath
Redwood Film Festival

Best Short Documentary

2024

Wreath
Au Contraire Film Festival

Official Selection

2023

Wreath
Rising Sun Cinema Festival

Best Short Documentary

2024

Filmmaker

Randy Kelly

Randy Kelly is an award-winning director, editor, and cameraman based in the Ottawa/Gatineau area. With 25 years of experience in film, TV, and documentaries, he focuses on projects highlighting Indigenous cultures, traveling across Canada and internationally.

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