The inspiring story of The filmmakers and the subject of their film gather at Dajen Productions before the crew’s trip to Cannes. Clockise from upper left: Claudia Lapin, Dave Jenkins, Pam Brandon, Mary-Grace Langhorne, Joe Lambert. NIK BLASKOVICH/NEWS-PRESS PHOTO, the 2014 winner of Santa Barbara’s TeenStar competition, has entered a new chapter. A short film based on her story is headed to the Cannes Film Festival next week, along with the filmmakers. Their goal: to share her story with the world and to seek funding for a full-length documentary.
“This story is too important, too inspiring to not share it with the world,” said the film’s executive producer and head of Teen Star Joe Lambert. “Mary Grace is a very special individual and a very determined little girl.”
