Running L8 - Trailer Drop

 I am very pleased to announce the completion of my short film Running L8. Here's the trailer:

 

The plot? Lenny (Jessy Moyer), a young woman in Toronto, is late for work one day. Rather than lose her job, she accepts an offer of super speed for a day from a mysterious figure (Hansel Sandiego). Her life immediately turns around, but when the time comes to pay the price, Lenny must use her newfound power to flee across the city.

I'm in the midst of sending Running L8 to film festivals! If you'd like to pitch in, you may do so here in return for early access to the film and (for those donating $10 or more) an additional download of the score. 

Thank you for your support! 

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