ABOUT THE FILM

In this mother-daughter story, a young woman explores her own mortality through art and poetry as her terminal illness holds her back from a normal life.
WRITTEN/DIRECTED/PRODUCED BY: STORY BY:Monique Tirshman, Jessica Tirshman
EDITED/PRODUCED BY: DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: PRODUCTION DESIGNER: POSTER DESIGN:2022 – 17:47 mins – CAN





BASED ON A TRUE STORY


Cherry Blossoms in March is based on a true story about the life of Jessica Tirshman and her experience of Cystic Fibrosis, a genetic lung disease with no cure and a short life expectancy. The film takes inspiration from a poem Jessica wrote entitled "Spontaneous Combustion" about her near death experience and double lung transplant. Written and directed by Jessica's sister Riley Rheyan, the film explores Jessica's art and poetry by bringing them to life through animation. Jessica passed away in March of 2014, she is dearly missed. We hope her story will make a positive impact in the world and spread awareness of Cystic Fibrosis.

CONTRIBUTE

CBiM Film Inc. is a registered non-profit short film in B.C, Canada. All profits from the film's screenings, festival wins, merchandise sales, and donations will be given to Cystic Fibrosis Canada and Claire’s Place Foundation with the goal of raising $24,000. This film was made to raise awareness about Cystic Fibrosis and shine a light on one girl close to our hearts.
Many thanks, The CBiM Family

Claire’s Place Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing support to children and families affected by cystic fibrosis (CF). Named in honor of Claire Wineland who lived with CF her entire life and passed away at the age of 21. Claire was an activist, author, TEDx Speaker, social media star and received numerous awards. Claire’s foundation was a way for her to assure that others living with CF enjoyed the same hope, strength and joy that she enjoyed. The foundation provides grants to families affected by CF, offering both emotional and financial support. Today, Claire’s Place Foundation continues to carry on Claire’s legacy.


Since being founded by parents in 1960, Cystic Fibrosis Canada has grown into a leading organization with a central role engaging people living with cystic fibrosis, parent, caregivers, volunteers, researchers, healthcare professionals, government and donors. We work together to change lives for children and adults living with cystic fibrosis through treatments, research, information and support.

PRESS
Script Accolades


OFFICIAL SELECTION in the Spring 2018 Screencraft Film Fund in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

OFFICIAL SELECTION in the Winter 2018 California Women's Film Festival in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

OFFICIAL SELECTION in the Script Summit Screenplay Competition 2019 in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

FINALIST in the Creative World Awards Screenwriting Competition 2019 in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

FINALIST in the Circus Road Screenplay Competition 2018 in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

FINALIST in the Winter 2018 California Women's Film Festival in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

SEMI-FINALIST in the Diverse Voices Screenplay Competition 2018 by WeScreenplay in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

SEMI-FINALIST in the Spring 2018 Screencraft Film Fund in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

SEMI-FINALIST in the 21st San Francisco Screenplay Competition in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

SEMI-FINALIST in the Circus Road Screenplay Competition 2018 in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.

QUARTER-FINALIST in the Fresh Voices Screenplay Competition 2018-19 in the Short Film SCRIPT Category.


Media

CAST



Cassie Collis

Mattie Shisko

Curtis Lum

Vince Tsang

Emily Kate

Sarah Kelley

Elsi Nekola

Michael Kruse-Dahl

Maegen Eastwood

Anika McFall

David James

Aixa Kay

Anthony Demare

Liuba Volchuk

Hannah McGlynn

Joffery Hollsworth

Brandi Elliot

Brian Cyburt

Rhaelyn Lashmar

Kathy Kadler

Eva Zylla

Sara Rabey

Tim Townley

Luke Bateman

Annalise Poohachoff

BEHIND THE SCENES


CONTACT US

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info@cbimfilm.ca
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SPONSORS

A BIG thank you to our sponsors for funding the film and making it possible for us to tell this story! We could not have done it without them, their contributions have made all the difference and helped this film come to life.

Dylan Gottesman

International Boilermakers Union

Boilermakers Lodge 359

Sarah Kresak
EVENTS
