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Penny Girl

Country: Canada, Language: English, 30 mins

  • Director: Joseph Boutilier
  • Producer: Joseph Boutilier; Mia Golden; Carlie Voisin

CGiii Comment

A story in desperate need of a [much] better director!


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The(ir) Blurb...

‘Jeneece Edroff’ raised millions in pennies for sick kids while undergoing dozens of surgeries as a young survivor of a rare genetic disorders. Streets were named in her honour, she carried the Olympic torch, was awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, hung out with Taylor Swift and appeared on countless TV programs. But what if Canada’s beloved “Penny Girl” isn’t a girl at all? Now, Frankie Edroff, is shedding his public image to embrace his ferocious independence as a proud trans man. Through his bold, loving and hilarious good nature, Frankie, continues to heal, inspire and unite youth and families while having to balance his own mental and physical health.