Aria was inspired to pitch a documentary after his experience with humanitarian aid in Ukraine, specifically meeting 60-year-old ex-soldier Paul. Paul’s passion for skydiving and active lifestyle defied age stereotypes. With an opportunity to work with Selfridges on a New Age series, Aria sought to create a documentary featuring a skydiver over 60. He discovered a Facebook group for older skydivers, leading to the connection with Ruth, whose inspiring life story made her the perfect subject for the film.
Aria's initial idea arose from his humanitarian aid work in Ukraine, where he met Paul, a 60-year-old ex-military soldier who breaks stereotypes.
While working with Selfridges on the New Age series, Aria proposed a documentary focused on a skydiver over the age of 60.
A Facebook group for skydivers over 60 helped connect Aria and the producer with potential subjects, leading to the discovery of Ruth.
Meeting Ruth and hearing her story reaffirmed Aria's belief in sharing inspiring narratives that challenge age stereotypes in extreme sports.
Collection
[
|
...
]