Private Project

Running Free

When Sofia’s mother denies Sofia the truth of her sexuality Sofia runs from home, leaving the people she loves behind; on a journey of self-discovery, Sofia learns the importance of perseverance and the power of falling in love.

Sofia, a spirited and passionate young woman, struggles with her identity in a home that refuses to accept her for who she is. Her mother, rigid and unyielding, denies Sofia the truth of her sexuality, leading to a heart-wrenching confrontation. Feeling trapped and misunderstood, Sofia makes the brave decision to leave behind the only life she has known and the people she loves.
In a small, vibrant community far from her hometown, Sofia meets someone who changes her life forever. This newfound love not only helps Sofia to embrace her identity but also teaches her that love can be a powerful force for healing and acceptance. Through her journey, Sofia learns that perseverance in the face of adversity and the courage to be true to oneself are key to finding happiness and fulfillment.

  • Zach Moshe
    Director
    At Sea,The Encounter,Just Dance it of,After Moms funeral,Alone
  • Sofia Boitor
    Director
  • Zach Moshe
    Writer
    At Sea,The Encounter,Just Dance it of,After Moms funeral,Alone
  • Sofia Boitor
    Writer
  • Richard Zingale
    Producer
  • Rob Wilson
    Producer
  • Vivian Megenhardt
    Key Cast
    "Sofia "
    Alone
  • Eveyln Rossman
    Key Cast
    "Julia"
  • Mario Beverly
    Key Cast
    "Dad"
    lovely Jackson,Lifted,The Simple Path, Mayor of Kingstown
  • Jet Star
    Key Cast
    "Mom"
    At Sea
  • Avery Mcdaniel
    Key Cast
    "Lucia"
  • Antonio Maia
    Boom Op / Video Supervisor
    At Sea,The Encounter,Alone
  • Kyle Sia
    Slater, On Set Assistant, Special Equipment Op
  • Maxwell Kendall
    Lighting Designer
    At Sea,The Encounter
  • Ben Wu
    Production Designer
    At Sea
  • John Butler
    First AD
    At Sea,The Encounter
  • Roberto Bigio Gonzalez
    Photographer / Bts Photos
  • Isaiah Chanoine
    Camera Operator Roller Rink
    At Sea
  • Carter Bias
    Continuity / Gaffer
    At Sea
  • Gavin Miller
    Special Equipment Op, Shot List worked with
    At Sea,The Encounter
  • Zach Moshe
    Director of Photography
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Family
  • Runtime:
    29 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    August 13, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, BMD
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1.85:1
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Zach Moshe, Sofia Boitor

Zach Wilson, referred to as Zach Moshe has been independently working on films since 2016; starting at the age of just ten years old. Always having a passion for film and an excellent eye, he has impressed judges from all around the world with his artistic and riveting ever-changing film style. The variety of films has expanded from black and white film Noir to captivating takes on tear jerking topics. His flexibility in film and the willingness to tell a multitude of stories with impressive character development and an interest in focusing on the human experience at just eighteen has boosted his career in the filmmaking world. Starting with his first professional short film, “Alone” (2020) to now “Running Free” (2024) he has had many opportunities to exhibit growth and has throughout his ever growing creatively based career.

Sofia Boitor collaborated on her first film with “Running Free” (2024). She has worked on many independent projects relating to literature and art. Starting as a writer, her literature has landed her in many places like “The Maltz Museum" and winning awards in competitions such as “Power of the Pen”. She is an overall creative who has ventured from writing to painting, utilizing these passions has now led her to the filmmaking world doing her first short film.

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Director Statement

Running Free was specially created to assist the viewer in projecting themselves onto our main character, Sofia. Using a creative camera technique, only capturing half of our actresses' face. Giving you the freedom of imagining yourself or a loved one in Sofia's position, cultivating a more emotional experience. This film aids in understanding a small part of a bigger scope in the LGBTQ+ experience through a young girl finding shelter in places other than her own home, which is way too common in the queer teenage experience. The purpose of Running Free is to expand non LGBTQ+ people's viewpoints on the reality of being a queer teen living at home and vise versa give the queer community the representation needed and the understanding that should be required.