9 Meter (2012)

In the heart-rending drama "9 Meter," we delve into the life of 16-year-old Daniel, a prodigious talent in the world of long jumping. Continually shattering his own records, he finds solace in his athletic prowess as a fight against the inevitable - his mother's impending death. His mother, trapped in a coma's merciless grip, seems to spring to life, albeit momentarily, each time Daniel tells her about a new record, her finger twitching in response. In these record-breaking leaps, Daniel sees a lifeline, a way to keep the deathly silence at bay, a way to keep his mother alive. But tragedy strikes when Daniel hits a plateau. Unable to surpass his own records, he watches helplessly as his mother's health deteriorates. Wracked with guilt, he believes his inability to break his records is a catalyst to his mother's worsening condition. He is convinced that these records are the thread connecting his mother to the land of the living. In a desperate bid, swaddled in fear of losing his mother, Daniel takes a leap of faith - quite literally. He starts jumping between rooftops, convinced that the adrenaline rush from these dangerous jumps will provide the necessary impetus to push his body beyond its limits. He hopes that this newfound daring will lead to new records, reignite his mother's will to live, and prevent the doctors from pulling the plug on her life support. "9 Meter" is a poignant tale of a young boy's struggle, his refusal to surrender to fate, and his resolute belief in the healing power of love and adrenaline. A story that echoes the lengths we are willing to go to keep our loved ones alive, it's a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the extraordinary power of hope.

9 Meter is a drama movie featuring Benjamin Gabrielsen and directed by Anders Walter.

It is possible to buy 9 Meter on Amazon Video.