Charliebird

Set in a Texas children's hospital, this drama focuses on the relationship between Al, a dedicated music therapist, and Charlie, a rebellious teenage patient. While Al struggles to manage her daily life, she is assigned to work with the unmotivated Charlie. Their dynamic changes when Charlie shares a secret creative project, leading them to ignore professional boundaries and form a supportive bond that helps both characters navigate their futures.

The film was directed by Libby Ewing and written by Samantha Smart, who also produced the movie along with Ewing and Elliot Gipson. The production was handled by The Smart Space and Birdie Pictures in the United States. Samantha Smart stars in the lead role as Al, appearing alongside Gabriela Ochoa Perez as Charlie. The supporting cast includes Gabe Fazio, Maria Peyramaure, Jeffrey Grover, and Nicholas Michael McGovern. The movie has a runtime of 98 minutes and was released on February 27, 2026.