Eva Victor Discusses Her Debut Film and Navigating Comparisons to Industry Icons

Eva Victor, an emerging filmmaker and viral video star, has gained attention for her debut film *Sorry, Baby*, which touches on themes of sexual assault, recovery, and institutional failures. The film centers around Agnes, a New England academic rebuilding her life after being assaulted by a college tutor. The film, a black comedy, explores the complexities of trauma with humor and tenderness, using it as a tool to critique societal structures. Victor, who wrote, directed, and starred in the film, has been compared to other prominent voices in the industry like Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Michaela Coel. While Victor appreciates the comparison, they feel it can be limiting, especially given their non-binary identity. They emphasize the importance of creating an authentic voice in their work rather than conforming to expectations based on gender. The film, which was well-received at Sundance and Cannes, is now showing in UK cinemas. Victor hopes the movie will spark discussions about healing and recovery, offering a perspective on trauma that is less focused on violence and more on love and personal growth.