The Chronology of Water

The Chronology of Water follows Lidia, a young woman who escapes the turmoil of her abusive home through the discipline and solace of competitive swimming. When her athletic ambitions suddenly collapse, she’s forced to confront the void left behind. As she spirals through explorations of sexuality, self‑destructive behaviour, and damaging relationships, Lidia eventually discovers a path toward healing through writing — a creative act that becomes both her anchor and her liberation.

Marking her directorial debut, Kristen Stewart adapts Lidia Yuknavitch’s acclaimed memoir with bold, 16mm intimacy, crafting an unflinching portrait of womanhood, survival, and the fractured nature of memory. Imogen Poots delivers a powerful central performance in this raw, immersive study of rebuilding a life from its broken pieces.