Film
The Debora Effect
After a life-altering brain injury, mountain bike enthusiast Debora DeNapoli finds profound healing in one place she’s been warned never to return to: the trails.
About
Director
Darcy Hennessey Turenne
Producer
Ian Dunn
Sponsor
Shimano
Running time
11 minutes
Country / Nationality
Canada
Our Judges say:
The Deborah effect had a very positive effect on me. Inspiring. Thank you!Simon Taylor
Written and directed by Darcy Hennessey Turenne about her good friend Debora’s journey back to riding after a devastating brain injury, this film follows the fun-loving Debora DeNapoli as she returns to the sport she loves.
Sustaiability Notes:
We used a very small crew while shooting this film, and required all people to bring reusable food and beverage containers. We also accessed all the mountain biking via e-bike and on-foot — no vehicles.
