"A Swim Lesson" celebrates Bill Marsh, a swim teacher helping kids face fears and find their inner strength.
His lessons remind us all—no matter our age—that we’re stronger than we think
Co-directed by @RashidaJones , @willmccormack
Produced by @emilyarlook@coleemanuele@latimesdocs co-released with @povshorts and documentaryplus
My sober birthday is my favorite day of the year. Sure I have problems, but I have problems within the context that my life is a miracle. And today, More than any other day of the year, I am acutely aware of that miracle. I’ve been so lucky in my life. To be a father, a husband, a brother, a son, an uncle and a friend – these are life‘s richest gifts - and I get to be all of those things today - because I’m sober. Today Im bursting with gratitude. If you want to stop drinking you can and if you want to go to a meeting, I will take you. You can tell me your secrets and I will tell you mine. Thank you to all my friends and family who loved me and supported me. Life is a miracle and I don’t take it for granted.
This awards season we are taking a look back at
‘A Swim Lesson’ shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards (2025) for Best Documentary Short Film.
🎥 Directed by @rashidajones & @willmccormack
This family-friendly 20 min film captures the joy and struggles of learning to swim, sharing profound life lessons for all ages. A must watch
Available to stream now on @documentaryplus
“A Swim Lesson” Q&A - Amy Poehler interviews Directors Rashida Jones & Will McCormack and Swim Instructor Bill Marsh | “The definition of heartbreak is letting go”
Link to full Q&A in bio!
“A Swim Lesson” Q&A - Amy Poehler interviews Directors Rashida Jones & Will McCormack and Swim Instructor Bill Marsh | “Describe the film”
Link to full Q&A in bio!
