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Trying

A friendship breakup film. "Trying" follows Nora and Sarah, two best friends who haven’t seen each other in months as they meet for coffee and take a walk around Glassell Park in Los Angeles. Inspired by films like My Dinner with Andre, The Before Trilogy, and Esther Perel’s podcast, "Trying" explores the relationship between two female friends who have grown apart over the years as they T-R-Y to reconnect one afternoon.

  • Susan Kemp
    Director
  • Lindsay LaVanchy
    Director
  • Susan Kemp
    Writer
  • Lindsay LaVanchy
    Writer
    Initiation
  • Susan Kemp
    Key Cast
    "Sarah"
  • Lindsay LaVanchy
    Key Cast
    "Nora"
  • Alexander Chinnici
    Cinematographer
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    20 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    September 15, 2020
  • Production Budget:
    12,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Highland Park Independent Film Festival
    Los Angeles
    October 2, 2021
    North American Premiere
    Audience Choice Ave. 50 Shorts Program
Director Biography - Susan Kemp, Lindsay LaVanchy

Lindsay LaVanchy
Lindsay moved to Los Angeles from Missouri to attend UCLA’s Theater, Film, and Television school. After graduation, she performed in various television shows for ABC, CBS, FOX, MTV, as well as Super Bowl commercials, many short films, and theater productions. Most recently she finished a feature film, Dembanger (newly re-titled "Initiation"), which she co-wrote, co-produced, and had the lead role (Go Team!). This feature was selected for the Midnighter's category at SXSW 2020. You can also find her directing events/fundraisers for non-profits, and more often than not- mid-bite at some of the best pizza spots in town.

Susan Kemp
Susan is a graduate of the School of Visual Arts in New York City and has spent the past nine years in Los Angeles where she has held various television production roles for networks including ABC, NBC, CBS and Amazon. Outside of TV production, she has worked as an editor for branded content for numerous companies including San Pellegrino, Teva and Visit California. She has also shot and directed music videos for several local LA area bands. She is passionate about film, photography and petting dogs.

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