Shot Day

A young trans man battles his anxiety to complete his weekly testosterone shot. In one day, he incentives himself in different ways, but can he find the simple strength he needs to take care of his body?

A Short Film Written by and Starring: Cody Sloan

Director: Emily Moler

Producers: Cody Sloan, Caroline Keeler, Emily Moler, and Russell Sperberg

Cinematographer: Nacia Schreiner

Colorist: River Ensslin

Featuring: Avi Roque, Caroline Keeler, and Anthony Adu

Close-up of a young man's face with a nasal strip on his nose, looking down, with text 'SHOT DAY' on the right side, and credits at the bottom for director Emily Moler, writers Cody Sloan, and actors Cody Sloan, Avi Roque, and Caroline Keeler.

“Beautiful, funny, and insightful…getting at something really specific about how technology intersects with one's humanity in the modern world.”

-Deborah Stein, Writer

“Real, raw, personal, it says so much with barely any dialogue…truly a powerful piece.”

-Mitch Yapko, Director & Producer

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Close-up of a television monitor showing a young man with short hair and green eyes resting his head on his hand. The background appears to be indoors with a couch and a framed picture.
A person filming a movie scene on a digital camera monitor shows a clapperboard with details, a person pointing, and a person lying down. The scene appears to be a set with a potted plant and framed pictures in the background.
A young man sitting on the floor with his back against a sofa, eyes closed, relaxing at home in a cozy room with a bookshelf, plant, and cluttered books nearby.