Across the Line

Across the Line is a 2015 Canadian drama film directed by Director X (in his feature film directorial debut). The film stars Stephan James and Sarah Jeffery. It is set in Nova Scotia, where it was shot. Background The film's storyline was inspired by the 1989 Cole Harbour District High School race riots. Plot The film is set in North Preston, Nova Scotia where Mattie (Stephan James), a black hockey player, is being considered for a professional career. However, his hopes are threatened by growing racial strife at his school while his brother Carter (Shamier Anderson) is involved in criminal activity. Mattie also has a romantic interest in Jayme (Sarah Jeffery), who already has a white boyfriend. Cast Stephan James as Mattie Slaughter - Hockey prospect Sarah Jeffery as Jayme Crawley - John's girlfriend Steven Love as John - Jayme's boyfriend Lanette Ware as Velma Slaughter - Mother Jeremiah Sparks as Ancel Slaughter - Father Shamier Anderson as Carter Slaughter - Older brother Denis Theriault as Todd Simon-Paul Mutuyimana as Dwight Jim Codrington as Fraser Crawley - Father policeman Jackie Torrens as Shelley Doucette Cara Ricketts as Lori Downey