
Lessons
Drama
Overview
A powerful story about a swimming teacher dealing with the overwhelming effects of loss, grief, and guilt.
Top Cast


Anna Giddings
Anna Giddings
Daisy
Anna Giddings
Daisy


Annabelle Wear
Annabelle Wear
Daisy's Mum
Annabelle Wear
Daisy's Mum


Talei Howell-Price
Talei Howell-Price
Julie
Talei Howell-Price
Julie
Tori-Jasmine Johnston
Tori-Jasmine Johnston
Penny
Tori-Jasmine Johnston
Penny
Jerri Jacob Joshy
Jerri Jacob Joshy
Jerry
Jerri Jacob Joshy
Jerry
Willow Mugford
Willow Mugford
Willow
Willow Mugford
Willow
Harrison Mugford
Harrison Mugford
Jesse
Harrison Mugford
Jesse
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