For Lor Sabourin, climbing is more than a sport; it’s a way of exploring identity and building resilience in the face of adversity. They/Them follows Lor, a trans climber, into the sandstone canyons of northern Arizona, on a journey to piece together one of the hardest and most inspiring routes of their life. By embracing the strength in vulnerability, Lor has found the space to thrive and build a climbing community that others like themself can call home.
Content Warning:
This film includes discussions of eating disorders, body dysphoria, self-harm, sexual assault, and suicide. While we have done our best to explore these topics conscientiously, remember that we are looking through the lens of a single person’s experience. Please take care of yourself as you watch and use the resources provided below to find support if you are struggling with any of these topics.
If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, there are organizations that can help:
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 | https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860 | https://translifeline.org/
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 | https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
National Eating Disorders Association Helpline: 1-800-931-2237 | https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline
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Directed By - Blake McCord & Justin Clifton
Executive Producers - Monika McClure, Alex Lowther, Justin Roth
Editor - Collin Kriner
Original Score - Christian Ruggiero
Art Department - Zoe Rayor & Stephen Rockwood
Story Consultant - Nikki Smith
Director of Photography - Blake McCord
Drone Pilot - Chad Dealva
Colorist - Skip Armstrong
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