Sleighed By The Spirits
This holiday season, sobriety comes with a battle. Sleighed by the Spirits follows Angel, six months sober after a devastating DUI, as she’s stalked by Leviathan—the dark spirit of addiction who seduces and torments her in moments of weakness. Meanwhile, Marcus faces his own temptations, haunted by the alluring spirits of Vodka, Malt Liquor, and Whiskey.
As both wrestle with shame, loneliness, and the seductive pull of the bottle, they discover that addiction is not just a personal struggle—it’s a spiritual war. Guided by faith, community, and the principles of Kwanzaa, Angel and Marcus must stand together to confront the legion of spirits that seek to enslave them.
In a tense showdown of light against darkness, their unity becomes the weapon that can finally break the chains of alcoholism and reclaim the joy of the season.
Sleighed by the Spirits is a redemptive holiday drama blending supernatural suspense with raw human struggle—a story of temptation, resilience, and the power of community to overcome the darkest nights.
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Jason HendersonDirector
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Angel TerrellDirector
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Jason HendersonWriter
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Jason. HendersonProducer
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Angel TerrellKey Cast"Angel"
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Jason HendersonKey Cast"Marcus AKA Mr AA"
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Nadia SmithKey Cast"Tequila"
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Sianii PoseyKey Cast"Gin"
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Jemima PetersKey Cast"Dr. Knowitall"
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Anire NikoroKey Cast"Rum "
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Olu EzeaniKey Cast"Doctor "
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Project Type:Feature
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Runtime:1 hour 15 minutes
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Completion Date:September 15, 2025
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Production Budget:100,000 USD
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Country of Origin:United States
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Country of Filming:United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:digital
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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Digital Cinema Package:Unavailable
Angel Terrell is a bold voice and visionary force in independent film and storytelling. As an actor, director, and cinematographer, she brings raw emotion, striking visuals, and purpose-driven narratives to life. Angel is known for her hands-on approach to filmmaking—writing, directing, and capturing her own stories with authenticity and edge.
Her recent credits include:
• 🎥 I Am a Martial Autist – Cinematographer
• 🎬 Home Health Chronicles – Director, Actor, Cinematographer
• 👻 Sleigh by the Spirits – Director, Actor, Cinematographer
Angel is also an emerging author with her powerful debut memoir, Don’t Tell Me I’m Strong: How Grief Made Me Real, Not Resilient—a raw, unapologetic journey through personal loss that challenges society’s obsession with “resilience.”
Whether behind the lens or in front of it, Angel creates with intention. Her work is deeply personal, community-rooted, and always unapologetically real. She is passionate about using film and storytelling to spark healing, shift narratives, and honor lived experiences.
“Sleighed by the Spirits was born out of my desire to show how addiction is more than just a physical struggle—it’s a spiritual battle. I wanted to bring to life the seductive yet destructive voices of alcohol, while also showing that hope, faith, and love can break through even the darkest temptations.
This film is personal to me, because I’ve seen how alcohol and substance abuse tear down families and futures. Through Angel and Marcus’s journey, I hope audiences will see themselves, their loved ones, and the power of community in overcoming these struggles. My goal as a director is not just to entertain, but to spark healing conversations, especially during the holidays when both joy and temptation run high.”