Santa Barbara: Vindication Swim Screening with Director & Composer Q&A

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025 at 11:00 am UTC-08:00

Metropolitan Paseo Nuevo Cinemas | Santa Barbara

Vindication Swim
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Santa Barbara: Vindication Swim Screening with Director & Composer Q&A
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Join us for a special screening of Vindication Swim at the Metropolitan Paseo Nuevo Cinema in Santa Barbara on Wednesday, November 5th at 6:00 PM. This is your chance to experience a remarkable true story and hear from the visionary filmmakers who brought it to life!
Elliott Hasler, the talented young British director, will be on hand for an exclusive Q&A session about his extraordinary film, Vindication Swim.
In addition, we are thrilled to welcome Daniel Clive McCallum, the Emmy Award-winning composer, who crafted the film's evocative score.
Vindication Swim tells the incredible true story of Mercedes Gleitze, a pioneering figure in women's open water swimming from the 1920s. Overcoming fierce challenges, including racism, misogyny, and a rigid class system, Gleitze became a celebrated icon in Britain, defying all odds to claim her place in history.
This screening is not just about the film; it's about the powerful stories behind it. Hear how Hasler, often compared to a young Spielberg, filmed on the treacherous waters of the English Channel and worked tirelessly to bring the emotional journey of Mercedes Gleitze to life. You’ll also learn about the collaboration that produced the film’s beautiful seafaring soundtrack.
Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to meet the filmmakers, hear their behind-the-scenes stories, and see why Vindication Swim is making waves across the USA.
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Metropolitan Paseo Nuevo Cinemas, 8 West De La Guerra Place,Santa Barbara,CA,United States

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