Empty nester is a term referring to parents who now live alone after their children have moved out. Check out this animated glimpse into an “empty nester”, as eagle parents face the quiet after their chicks leave the nest, navigating change, longing, and the bittersweet freedom of letting go.
About the Filmmaker
Alexandra Bennett attends the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities. She plans to continue her education and career as an animator.
About NextLens
The NextLens Online Film Festival showcases the talented and innovative aspiring filmmakers from South Carolina. With the minimum age of sixteen, honorees are selected from South Carolina high schools, colleges and universities. The online film festival will be held annually each Spring featuring some of the brightest producers and their creative short films.