Writer & Director - Mariana Gomez

DP - Benjamin Shimwa

1st AD: Adnan Kuyga

sound —Logan Norquay

Gaffer - Anne Sophie Jette

Script supervisor— Anna Lisa Karhnen

Editor - Warren Belony

color - Benjamin Shimwa

A young woman, shadowed by the unseen presence of her late grandfather, discovers that love and protection linger long after death. They Never Truly Leave Us is a tender exploration of memory, ancestry, and the invisible ways our loved ones continue to guide us.

Through Margo’s story, the film contrasts the warmth of family, home, and everyday rituals with the cold uncertainty of the outside world. Her clumsiness and independence collide with the Ghost’s quiet guardianship, revealing that even in moments of fear and danger, she is never truly alone.

Independent filmmaking thrives on collaboration and heart. I’m deeply grateful to the cast, crew, and supporters who helped bring this vision to life. They Never Truly Leave Us is both a celebration of family bonds and a reminder that those we lose remain with us—in spirit, in memory, and in love.