AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Awards
Winner — Best Short Documentary - Caribbean Tales International Film Festival Winner — Best Toronto Bas
Festival Screenings
Caribbean premiere - (Trinidad & Tobago) Caribbean Film Festival
Additional Recognition
Nominated for Best Actor and Best Comedy at Couch Film Festival
Recognized for its satirical examination of Caribbean filmmaking culture and independent cinema dynamics.
Praised for combining socially aware storytelling with absurdist humor and ensemble-driven performances.
BOSSLADYSK8
Director: True Daley
FILM SYNOPSIS
Sasha Senior (aka BOSSLADYSK8) is a trailblazing entrepreneur and skateboarder who made history in 2020
as the first Black woman to launch her own skateboard business in Canada—BLISS Skateshop. Her journey is a
testament to resilience, creativity, and the power ofcommunity.
Sasha embodies self-determination and innovation, breaking barriers in the traditionally white male- dominated skateboarding industry. Her story, featured in the documentary BOSSLADYSK8, highlights the challenges and triumphs of balancing business, personal growth, and community engagement.
With a strong commitment to representation and inclusion, Sasha continues to inspire the next generation of skaters while redefining success on her own terms.
DIRECTOR’S VISION
Producer/Director Susan Armstrong (left) and Director/Producer True
Daley (right) bring BOSSLADYSK8 to life with their dedication to
storytelling, representation, and social impact. True, a passionate
filmmaker and advocate for Black narratives, captures Sasha
Senior’s journey with authenticity and depth, highlighting themes of
resilience and self-determination.
Susan, an experienced producer and editor, skillfully shapes the
film’s narrative, blending dynamic visuals with a compelling emotional
arc. Together, they create a powerful documentary that not only
celebrates Sasha’s groundbreaking achievements but also
challenges the status quo in skate culture and beyond.