The Truth Will Set You Free Collection GBFF2024 "lf-discovery and inner truths; witness these inspiring stories from around the world!"
Could You Take My Equipment? (2023)
A teen in a queer hockey league keeps a secret that threatens her future.
Director Biography - Sheila Warren
Director Biography - Sheila Warren
Sheila Warren is based in Toronto, Canada. SWARREN Film specializes in stories driven by women, with a focus on LGBTQ+ inclusion.
"Don't Go Back in the Hut" (2022) was Sheila's debut as director, writer and producer. "Park 33", a short thriller, is Sheila's second film as director and writer. She co-produced with Greg Paul of No Brainz Productiions, in Prescott, Arizona.
Sheila's next directing project will be her debut feature, "Impulse Control", an enviro-parasite sci fi thriller. She is co-producing with Keli Price ("Bandit").
Director Statement
"Could You Take My Equipment?" is a highly personal story. As a former competitive hockey player, I've experienced first hand the friendships, and support that are an integral part of women's sports, combined with the important community building role of LGBTQ+ leagues. And as a young LGBTQ+ woman, having left home suddenly, I don't know what I would have done without the women in these leagues.
Please tell us your motivation for making your film:
To show the power of sport in building community, and to highlight queer female hockey in a narrative film.
What is the theme of your submission?:
Coming of age
What was the message you wanted to convey with this project?:
That we, as a community, have the power to change lives,
Any further comments about your submission:
Hope you enjoy it.
Credits:
Sheila Warren
Director
Park 33, Don't Go Back in the Hut
Sheila Warren
Writer
Park 33, Don't Go Back in the Hut
Sheila Warren
Producer
Park 33, Don't Go Back in the Hut
athena Kaitlin Tranh
Key Cast
"Jasmine"
Taelor Lewis-Joseph
Key Cast
"Tiffany"
Kerry-Lee Finkle
Key Cast
"Shannon"
Ginny & Georgia, Downsizing
MJ Jopling
Key Cast
"Rae"
Specifications:
Project Type:
Short
Runtime:
16 minutes 20 seconds
Completion Date:
May 11, 2023
Country of Origin:
Canada
Country of Filming:
Canada
Shooting Format:
Digital
Film Color:
Color
First-time Filmmaker:
No
Student Project:
No
- Year2023
- Runtime16 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryCanada
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- Content WarningPrecarious Housing, Homelessness, Alcohol, Sexual References
- Sponsorhttps://www.facebook.com/swarren.film
- Notehttps://swarrenfilm.com/
- Social Media
- DirectorSheila Warren
- ScreenwriterSheila Warren
- ProducerSheila Warren
- CastKerry-Lee Finkle, Taelor Lewis-Joseph, Athena Kaitlin Trihn
- ComposerEros Cartechini
The Truth Will Set You Free Collection GBFF2024 "lf-discovery and inner truths; witness these inspiring stories from around the world!"
Could You Take My Equipment? (2023)
A teen in a queer hockey league keeps a secret that threatens her future.
Director Biography - Sheila Warren
Director Biography - Sheila Warren
Sheila Warren is based in Toronto, Canada. SWARREN Film specializes in stories driven by women, with a focus on LGBTQ+ inclusion.
"Don't Go Back in the Hut" (2022) was Sheila's debut as director, writer and producer. "Park 33", a short thriller, is Sheila's second film as director and writer. She co-produced with Greg Paul of No Brainz Productiions, in Prescott, Arizona.
Sheila's next directing project will be her debut feature, "Impulse Control", an enviro-parasite sci fi thriller. She is co-producing with Keli Price ("Bandit").
Director Statement
"Could You Take My Equipment?" is a highly personal story. As a former competitive hockey player, I've experienced first hand the friendships, and support that are an integral part of women's sports, combined with the important community building role of LGBTQ+ leagues. And as a young LGBTQ+ woman, having left home suddenly, I don't know what I would have done without the women in these leagues.
Please tell us your motivation for making your film:
To show the power of sport in building community, and to highlight queer female hockey in a narrative film.
What is the theme of your submission?:
Coming of age
What was the message you wanted to convey with this project?:
That we, as a community, have the power to change lives,
Any further comments about your submission:
Hope you enjoy it.
Credits:
Sheila Warren
Director
Park 33, Don't Go Back in the Hut
Sheila Warren
Writer
Park 33, Don't Go Back in the Hut
Sheila Warren
Producer
Park 33, Don't Go Back in the Hut
athena Kaitlin Tranh
Key Cast
"Jasmine"
Taelor Lewis-Joseph
Key Cast
"Tiffany"
Kerry-Lee Finkle
Key Cast
"Shannon"
Ginny & Georgia, Downsizing
MJ Jopling
Key Cast
"Rae"
Specifications:
Project Type:
Short
Runtime:
16 minutes 20 seconds
Completion Date:
May 11, 2023
Country of Origin:
Canada
Country of Filming:
Canada
Shooting Format:
Digital
Film Color:
Color
First-time Filmmaker:
No
Student Project:
No
- Year2023
- Runtime16 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryCanada
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- Content WarningPrecarious Housing, Homelessness, Alcohol, Sexual References
- Sponsorhttps://www.facebook.com/swarren.film
- Notehttps://swarrenfilm.com/
- Social Media
- DirectorSheila Warren
- ScreenwriterSheila Warren
- ProducerSheila Warren
- CastKerry-Lee Finkle, Taelor Lewis-Joseph, Athena Kaitlin Trihn
- ComposerEros Cartechini
