While We Still Have Time

Ava Grimshaw-Hall, a young woman with a passion for filmmaking, embarks on an emotional journey to connect with her sperm donor father John as he fights a relentless battle against cancer. In this touching exploration of familial ties and human connection, Ava uses the medium of documentary film to delve into their unique bond.As father and daughter navigate through the challenges presented by John's illness, they discover shared experiences and explore the complexities of their relationship. The film offers a rare glimpse into the intimate world of a parent-child connection that was never intended to exist in traditional terms. With every frame captured, Ava searches for understanding and closure, grappling with the uncertainties that life presents.This heartfelt documentary is an exploration of familial bonds, mortality, and the power of human connection in the face of adversity. It serves as both a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a poignant reflection on the nature of family, asking us to reconsider the very definition of what it means to be a father or a daughter.