Elevate
Overview
ELEVATE delivers a drama of intertwining stories about people who must fight to overcome their struggles with homophobia, food addiction and racism. The film follows the story of Trina, an overweight elevator switchboard operator who desperately tries to accomplish just one day of healthy eating. Overwhelmed by her abusive boss and by the trapped elevator occupants that reach out to her for help, her fitness guru provides the inspiration and escape that she craves – or does she? Ultimately, all of the occupants in this trapped world find themselves caught face-to-face with their inner demons.
Details
Director
Angela Matemotja
Cast
Adenrele Ojo, Alexis Carra, Amir Abdullah, Angela Matemotja, Ben Jurand, Brianna Brown, Charlotte Marie, Jeremiah OC Jahi, Kit Williamson, Sascha Rosemann
Genre
Drama
Country
United States
Release Year
2018
Runtime:
1h 35m
Release Date:
2018-10-20
Awards:
Awards, 5 wins & 1 nomination total