What happens when you grow up in a world where there was only one projected image of what a ballerina “should look like” – down to the pink nude pointe shoes?

Review by Andie Karvelis:

As a child, I remember many lessons that my Gran taught me using various adages. One of them was “Don’t judge a book by its cover” and as usual, Gran was right. Some of the kindest people I have met have been covered in tattoos and piercings, while the most sinister look like they stepped off the pages of Vogue or GQ.

Micah Bullard’s story is moving, powerful and the epitome of not judging a book by its cover. The cinematography in this film was beautiful and the location was so serene it was almost magical. The perfect spot to film this and watch Micah perform.

Sophie Powers and Michelene Mallard Billy did everything. When I say everything, I am not exaggerating. They co directed, co camera operated and shared director of photography roles. Sophie also produced and edited this short film. These two are an amazing team and I look forward to watching whatever they do next. It’s bound to be sensational.

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