Laura Jennifer Banks stars in Learning How To Feel, an award-winning short film recognised at the Cannes Women Shorts Festival, exploring love, independence and connection through sight loss.
Date
October 15, 2026
Author
Gails Fox


Congratulations to Laura Jennifer Banks, whose short film Learning How To Feel has won an award at the Cannes Women Shorts Festival.
The film follows a woman navigating her life and relationship through sight loss, exploring themes of love, independence and human connection.
Through its sensitive portrayal of the impact of sight loss on relationships and everyday life, Learning How To Feel offers a thoughtful exploration of how we experience the world and connect with those closest to us.
A brilliant achievement for Laura and everyone involved in bringing the film to life.