Slipaway(2017) Apr 2026

Slipaway (2017) is an independent drama directed by Julia Butler and Daniel J. Pico that explores friendship and isolation through the connection between a spirited, elderly woman facing terminal illness and a troubled street musician. The film, starring Elaine Partnow and Guillaume Campanacci, focuses on themes of intergenerational healing, autonomy in aging, and redemption through music. It received recognition for its intimate, character-driven storytelling and performances at festivals such as the Newport Beach Film Festival and the London Independent Film Festival.