A drama set in the heart of a Southern Baptist congregation, where personal conflicts, church politics, and family legacies intertwine as they fight for the survival of The Church.

CAST LIST:

Eleanora: Julie Sheppard
Erin: Val Cole
Narrator: Sean Ballatyne

Get to know the writer:

1. What is your screenplay about?

Trinity West is drama set in the heart of a Southern Baptist congregation, where personal conflicts, church politics, and family legacies intertwine as they fight for the survival of The Church.

2. What genres does your screenplay fall under?

Television Drama

3. Why should this screenplay be produced

These are great characters and storylines about a large part of society that has few mainstream options.

4. How would you describe this script in two words?

Compelling
Shocking

5. What movie have you seen the most times in your life?

Braveheart, Gladiator, National Lampoons, Star Wars and anything Marvel related. I really love well-crafted films.

6. How long have you been working on this screenplay?

I've been working on Trinity West for about a year and a half.

7. How many stories have you written?
I have written countless stories. However, I have only been writing screenplays for 18-months.

8. What motivated you to write this screenplay?

I feel that this large segment of the population is under-represented in the mainstream TV viewing space. The story surrounds The Church but it is very accessible to everyone.

9. What obstacles did you face to finish this screenplay?

I did a lot of research with the religious community and officials. The revelations about the church, community and society as a whole walk a fine line. There are certain angles and stories in Trinity West that haven't been touched broached by mainstream dramas.

10. Apart from writing, what else are you passionate about?

Comedy and Basketball. People that know me would say politics, but that's just a result of observation.

11. What influenced you to enter the festival? What were your feelings on the initial feedback you received?

I wanted to see if my work could stand on its own. I had no idea that Trinity West would be an award winner. I was pretty shocked when I received the news. The feedback on Trinity West has been great and very positive.