Karina ‘Frenchie’ Sorelli is an independent film maker from France who has lived in Melbourne for 15 years. She tells Cade Lucas about her life in Hobsons Bay.
What’s your connection to Hobsons Bay?
All together, I have lived in Laverton for about 6 years and recently moved back on this side of town because I love this area and being close to the beach and my closest friends which I call my adopted Australian family.
What do you like about living here?
I love that it offers a lot of green spaces like parks. And I love the diversity of the community. I’m originally from France with an Algerian background and I grew up with diverse cultures around me and for me that was the best childhood! So finding that here in Hobsons Bay brings back those memories and inspire me as a writer and director.
What, if anything, would you change about the area?
I wouldn’t change anything but I’d definitely add more opportunities for the community regarding creativity and the arts. Maybe some monthly workshops about acting or filmmaking.
Where is your favourite local place to spend time?
I spend a lot of time training so there’s the climbing place in Altona, ClimbWest and The LTYB gym in Williamstown.
Tell us something people would be surprised to know about you?
I’m a actor, stunt actor, writer, director. I’ve just finished directing my first short film proof of concept that is part of a feature film that I’ve also written. It was shot here in Laverton. And it will go to the film festival circuit by the end of this month which I’m really excited about!
