PIECE OF CAKE stars Ella and Shannon are big supporters of the LGBTQ+ community and like Free2Luv, strongly believe we should all be free to love. We have been very moved by the response to this film and thrilled that it is resonating with viewers on a deep, soul level,” says Free2Luv Founder and PIECE OF CAKE Co-Producer, Tonya Sandis. Every time content like this is created, we break down more barriers and start more conversations. It has opened up doors for more conversations around coming out, navigating the sometimes-rough terrain of interpersonal relationships with family and friends and the process of coming into your true authentic self. Viewers have shared how relatable the story is. It’s been very rewarding to be a part of this short film that has been so well received. It’s so important that our LGBTQ youth see stories that represent our rich diversity of experiences and share characters that are fully developed with often times complex relationships. “We’re incredibly proud to be a part of PIECE OF CAKE and be able to share this very raw and real story with our community. We need representation in stories to connect. No wonder so many kids think loving someone can be wrong. Imagine never seeing anyone else like you. We relate to the protagonists we see on screen. I was tired of seeing stereotypical LGBTQ characters whose only purpose were the comedic relief or plot twist. I was tired of never seeing a “girl next door” who was like me.
And building community,” says Ella Lentini.“ As a storyteller, that is why I feel this immense responsibility to create stories with diverse LGBTQ characters who are authentic. “The LGBTQ community has finally given me the chance to feel like I belong. “Proud to stand with Free2Luv and be a part of a film that gives back to a cause that means so much to me.” ~ Shannon Beveridge At a crossroads, Jessie must decide between revealing her sexuality to her parents or losing the love of her life. For both girls, it was love at first sight. After a year of dating paradise, things go awry when Jessie’s parents, who are unaware that Alex is a girl, arrive in town for their anniversary. Opposites attract as cupid’s arrows are blind. Jessie is played by Shannon Beveridge, the YouTube star from NowThisIsLiving. PIECE OF CAKE was written and directed by Ella Lentini who plays Alex, the free-spirited girlfriend of Jessie, a sarcastic and complicated girl. PIECE OF CAKE, with over 3 million trailer views, has met with critic acclaim, winning several film festival awards, and the feedback from fans is overwhelming and moving.