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Donavon Jenson is a single father battling the devastating loss of his wife, Eve, who died during childbirth. Overwhelmed by grief and feeling lost, he faces the daunting task of raising their baby girl, Torianna. As he navigates the challenges of parenthood, Donavon discovers that hope can emerge from the depths of sorrow. Through love and perseverance, he learns to honor Eve’s memory while finding the strength to embrace his new role, determined to overcome every obstacle in his path.

  • Theophilus Owusu-Acheaw
    Director
  • Theophilus Owusu-Acheaw
    Writer
  • Josh Gofton
    Producer
  • Ren Nicole
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama Faith Based
  • Runtime:
    40 minutes
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 CAD
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Theophilus Owusu-Acheaw

Director and Writer Theophilus Owusu-Acheaw grew up in Toronto, Ontario, where he discovered his passion for filmmaking during high school through a TV and video production class. This experience sparked a deep love for storytelling, and he quickly became determined to pursue a career in film. As a young and driven filmmaker, Theo has already had the privilege of creating two short films, Decisions and Winds & Waves. His goal as a filmmaker is to share the message of Christ through his work, using the medium of film to inspire and spread love to those who seek Him. Through his storytelling, Theo aims to encourage viewers to keep moving forward with faith and hope.

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Director Statement

Overcome is a film about a father’s journey through grief and healing after the loss of his wife, Eve, during childbirth. Donavon Jenson, overwhelmed by sorrow and the responsibility of raising their newborn daughter, Torianna, must find a way to navigate the challenges of parenthood while honoring his wife’s memory. The story explores the profound struggle of loss and the quiet strength required to move forward, showing that hope can emerge even from the deepest despair. Through Donavon’s perseverance and love for his daughter, Overcome illustrates the transformative power of human connection and the resilience of the human spirit.