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Teen girls bare souls in curling-centred coming of age story (Vancouver Sun)

News Feature / Review

Vancouver Sun

(Staff, e.g. Dana Gee)

Curl Power; coming-of-age; Vancouver Sun; teenage curlers; documentary

Vancouver Sun reviews “Curl Power,” a documentary following five Maple Ridge girls (incl. Brook Aleksic) through high school and competitive curling. The film offers a raw, tender look at friendship, self-discovery, and chasing big dreams on the ice, proving curling can be as emotionally gripping as any sport (Jan 22 2025).

Brook Aleksic (right) and teammate share a moment in “Curl Power,” revealing the real lives of teen curlers.

Vancouver Sun feature on Curl Power: Emphasizes that the film is “much more than a sports movie” – it’s a poignant examination of an age where everything changes. Describes how the five girls (Brook Aleksic and teammates) bare their souls on camera, dealing with insecurities (body image, mental health, family illnesses) while chasing a curling championship. Likely includes insights from director Josephine Anderson on her approach (“genuinely listen… helped build trust” – as per CP quotes) and from the girls (e.g., Ashley Dezura reflecting on seeing their teenage years captured on film). Notes that curling is the bond that brings these personal stories together, and that the mothers (Shannon Joanisse, Diane Dezura, Georgina Wheatcroft) who coach them add depth given their own curling accolades. Frames Curl Power as an inspiring local story that will resonate with anyone who remembers the trials of growing up.

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