YOGINI
Feature Film - Development
After her father's death, a 15-year-old heavy metal guitarist turns to yoga and its Hindu teachings, clashing with her brother, a devout priest who threatens to send her to a Catholic boarding school.

YOGINI Attachments
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Directed by Carrie Schrader
One of Indie Wire’s “Top Ten Filmmakers You Should Know”
Carrie adapts real-life stories into film and television, focusing on narratives from unique perspectives that explore how we transform our brokenness into wholeness. Carrie was drawn to YOGINI because of the main character, Sam, a unique and authentic portrayal of a teenage girl. She is a badass hard-rock metal player who finds redemption through the soft rhythms of Hinduism and yoga. She defies the typical portrayal of teenage girls, who are often depicted as scrolling through their phones, shopping, and engaging superficially. While there is some truth to that stereotype, many other authentic experiences of young women remain unexplored on screen.
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Original Music by Maya Neelakantan
Celebrated eleven-year-old guitarist showcasing her skills in genres like Thrash Metal, TOOL songs & Indian Classical Carnatic music on platforms such as America’s Got Talent.
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Yoga Consulting by Ali Roper
Ali has been a dedicated luminary in the world of yoga since 2014, teaching with a philosophy that stresses the essential balance between dynamic movement and peaceful stillness, between the building of strength and the cultivation of flexibility, and between the rhythm of breathing and the expansion of awareness.
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Drum Pro & Performer Barb "THEE Animal" Wolkins
Inspired by the legendary Karen Carpenter, Barb has carved out a name for herself in the music world with her dynamic drumming skills. Known for her heavy-hitting, 4-on-the-floor style, and electrifying stage presence, she co-founded the award-winning all-female rock band Whiskey Blu, captivating audiences with their powerful performances. Today, she brings her exceptional talent to her sister-led rock project, Wicked Kiss, where her passion for music continues to shine as a studio drummer.
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