A Love Song

A remote lake in the North American landscape. The sand is yellow, the sky is blue and the mountains distant; there is nary a tree far and wide to provide shade. Faye is spending her days here in a trailer, with two books and a radio, leisurely birdwatching and stargazing. With her wiry build, wild blonde hair and hands that speak of a life of labour, she fits in perfectly here. Anything that breaks, she simply fixes; the only time she sits up and takes notice is when there is a knock at the door. Because Faye is waiting for Lito. Their connection goes way back to their youthful love for each other, but for some years now they have also shared the pain of loss – both are widowed. Max Walker-Silverman’s gentle, laconic film is about contemplative introspection, the power of love and the depths of melancholy. Dale Dickey’s portrayal of Faye is a touching mixture of inner strength and fragility, which is also reflected in the impressive natural scenery and a delicate soundtrack. 
 

details

  • Runtime

    81 min
  • Country

    United States
  • Year of Presentation

    2022
  • Year of Production

    2022
  • Director

    Max Walker-Silverman
  • Cast

    Dale Dickey, Wes Studi
  • Production Company

    Dead End Pictures, Present Company, Cow Hip Films, Fit Via Vi, MacPac Entertainment
  • Berlinale Section

  • Berlinale Category

    Feature Film