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NOVA
About Nova
Sam is a transgender teenager who is still reeling from his parents' recent divorce. His father, David, has responded to the divorce and his son's estrangement by isolating himself and fixating on his hobby of repairing the old Chevy Nova in his garage. While visiting for the weekend, Sam attempts to reconnect with his estranged father by taking it a upon himself to fix the car for his dad.
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About Gabe Sheets
Director
Gabe Sheets is a writer, director, and editor from St. Louis, MO and is now based in Los Angeles, CA. Gabe attends Loyola Marymount University: School of Film and Television. His passion for filmmaking coalesced at a very young age. Ever since then, Gabe has kept his head down and continued to garner as much experience as possible in pursuit of his dream to become a film director in the larger film industry.
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Sam
Ari Fromm
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David
Ford Fanter
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Mother
Beth Geiger
Film Festivals & Awards
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St. Louis International Film Festival 2023
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LGBTQ+ Toronto Film Festival 2023
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LGBTQ+ Toronto Film Festival 2023
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St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase 2023
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