“Linda” is a poignant short drama that explores the human impact of the housing crisis through the eyes of a woman forced to rebuild her life after a devastating loss. After the sudden death of her husband, Linda, a resilient but traditional woman in her late 50s, is unable to maintain the mortgage on her family home. With nowhere else to turn, she moves in with her daughter Lucy, a free-spirited university student and Lucy’s eclectic group of housemates in a chaotic share house.
“Linda” shines a light on the growing pressures facing older women in Australia, particularly around housing insecurity, affordability and isolation. The film captures the tension and humour that arise when generations, lifestyles, and values collide, while ultimately delivering a story of adaptation, resilience, and hope.