Off the Track is a 9-minute, 53-second Canadian documentary short directed and written by Emma Pascu and completed on 9 December 2024. Made as a student project at Toronto Metropolitan University, the film recounts the world of motor racing through the perspective of a young driver.
The documentary's central subject is motorsport, seen through 25-year-old racing driver Alana Carter, who is seeking to make her way in a traditionally male-dominated environment. The narrative highlights the passion and determination required to face the risks and difficulties of a sporting career demanding consistency, courage and resilience.
The protagonist, Alana Carter, plays herself and also contributes to the production. Through her personal and sporting journey, the film brings out challenges linked not only to track competition but also to gender stereotypes and the obstacles involved in entering the field.
The film's message is one of commitment and perseverance: Alana's story becomes a symbol of the search for self-affirmation and the will to overcome limits imposed by social and sporting contexts.
From a production standpoint, Off the Track was made on a small budget with a small team comprising director Emma Pascu, producer Dunja Stojovic and the protagonist herself. The film confirms the educational, independent approach typical of university productions, while maintaining a professional focus on its subject.
The documentary was completed in Canada in December 2024. Information on its premiere or distribution is not yet available.
Film Details
Title: Off the Track
Original title: Off the Track
Director: Emma Pascu
Production: Emma Pascu, Dunja Stojovic, Alana Carter
Country: Canada
Language: English
Running time: 9 minutes 53 seconds
Genre: Documentary, Short film
Sport featured: Motorsport (motor racing)
Protagonist(s): Alana Carter
Completion date: 9 December 2024
Premiere: [Not specified]
Distributor: [Not specified]
Shooting format: Digital, 16:9, colour
Director's first film: No
Student project: Yes – Toronto Metropolitan University