Between Shores (2026)
Entre Margens
Director: Arthur Cardoso De Barros
Cast: José Antônio "Pai"
Amid the relentless pulse of Recife, a boatman called “Pai” navigates the Capibaribe River for his livelihood, preserving a timeless passage that links the humble district of Iputinga with the affluent enclave of Poço da Panela.
More About This Film
Between Shores is a documentary following five women from the Sussex Seals as they attempt to swim the English Channel in relay. The film captures the challenge of crossing open water between Dover and France while revealing the personal motivations that brought each swimmer to the project.
The story combines endurance, friendship, vulnerability, and environmental unpredictability. Shot from the support boat during the crossing, the documentary offers an immediate perspective on the team's struggle with darkness, cold, tides, jellyfish, exhaustion, and seasickness.
- Rebecca E. Marshall directed the film.
- The five swimmers are Hannah Collinson, Catherine Bray, Polly Gifford, Berry White, and Natasha Holt.
- The women completed the 21-mile crossing on August 11, 2025.
- The relay took 18 hours and 17 minutes.
- The challenge raised more than £22,500 for The Royal Marsden Cancer Hospital.
Where to Watch
Between Shores is still in development, so public streaming availability may not yet be established.
- Vimeo – independent screening where available
- YouTube – promotional or festival viewing where available
- Prime Video – digital availability if licensed
- Apple TV – digital availability if licensed
- MUBI – subscription if licensed
- filmfriend – subscription if licensed