Return to Water
Synopsis
At the Walpole Tidal Pool in Margate, England, a swimmer reflects on how water becomes a space for transformation and self-discovery. As the tides shift and the pool appears and disappears, so too does their visibility and understanding of their gender identity - sometimes opaque, sometimes clear. Through swimming in the sea, the boundaries between body and environment soften, offering a way to understand queerness as expansive, fluid, and deeply connected to place
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kate Malyon
- Screenplay & Story
- Sé Malaïka Nomyo
- Original Title
- Return to Water
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kate Malyon
Sé Malaïka Nomyo
Kate Malyon
Department Leadership Roster
Kate Malyon
Director
Kate Malyon
Producer
Sé Malaïka Nomyo
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Return to Water
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Return to Water about?
At the Walpole Tidal Pool in Margate, England, a swimmer reflects on how water becomes a space for transformation and self-discovery. As the tides shift and the pool appears and disappears, so too does their visibility and understanding of their gender identity - sometimes opaque, sometimes clear. Through swimming in the sea, the boundaries between body and environment soften, offering a way to understand queerness as expansive, fluid, and deeply connected to place
Who directed Return to Water?
Return to Water was directed by Kate Malyon.
Who stars in Return to Water?
The principal cast of Return to Water includes Not specified.
When was Return to Water released and how long is it?
Return to Water was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 5m.