A Dancer's Story

2025
Writer/Director

Bardia Samia

STARRING

Melody Summer Williams

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Following a dancer’s injury that sidelines her career, this short documentary tracks her path to recovery and self-discovery. As she faces physical and emotional hurdles, she reevaluates her connection to dance, ultimately finding new purpose beyond the stage.

A Dancer's Story

2025
Writer/Director

Bardia Samia

STARRING

Melody Summer Williams

LOGLINE

Following a dancer’s injury that sidelines her career, this short documentary tracks her path to recovery and self-discovery. As she faces physical and emotional hurdles, she reevaluates her connection to dance, ultimately finding new purpose beyond the stage.

A Dancer's Story

2025
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Melody Summer Williams

Cinematographer/Editor

Bardia Samia

GENRE

Documentary

RUN TIME

:07

RELEASE DATE

05.02.2025

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