Backspot

Backspot is a romantic drama about Riley, a cheerleader who joins the elite Thunderhawks squad. As a major competition approaches, Riley struggles with severe anxiety and a strong desire for validation from her demanding new coach. These pressures create tension in her relationship with her girlfriend, Amanda, as the high emotional and physical expectations of the team challenge their happiness.

The film was directed by D.W. Waterson and written by Joanne Sarazen. It features a cast including Devery Jacobs, who also served as a producer, alongside Evan Rachel Wood, Shannyn Sossamon, Kudakwashe Rutendo, and Thomas Antony Olajide. A joint production between Canada and the United States, the movie was created by Prospero Pictures, PageBoy Productions, and Night is Y. It has a runtime of 93 minutes. Since its release in May 2024, the film has received a rating of 6.8/10 on TMDB based on 13 votes.