Head Above Water – A Comeback Story
Alex Staniforth is no stranger to overcoming challenges, both in the outdoors and everyday life, having survived the two biggest disasters in Mount Everest history as a teenager and suffering from ill mental health, epilepsy, stammer and bullying since school. However, in 2022 Alex faced a different kind of endurance challenge – Long Covid. Whilst unable to pursue his goals as an athlete, he discovered the healing power of open-water swimming for mental health.
This film explores Alex’s journey of identity, discovery and recovery, and his ambitious attempt at a comeback challenge – the Frog Graham Round.
Film by Garth Dew: