
Sophie Bawks-Smith
Acting
Biography
Sophie Bawks-Smith is an aspiring actor born and raised on Quadra Island. She has now based herself in Vancouver BC. She began acting, dancing, and singing in local theatre productions at a young age and progressed quickly to performing an assortment of principal, supporting, and leading roles in both theatre and film productions. Her on-screen credentials include starring in director Avalon Fast’s earlier short works “Night Trouble” and “Violets Bloom in April.” Most recently, she played the lead of “Willow” in Avalon Fast’s feature film debut “Honeycomb.”As an actor, Sophie brings professionalism and creativity to every role she plays. She takes pride in her performance and has an immense dedication to character. While Sophie has the strong capability and diversity to embody many different personalities, she has mastered the essence of the outspoken, dramatic, best friend you have always wanted. Sophie has been recognized by directors for always remembering and perfecting her lines. After experiencing and witnessing the work put into “Honeycomb” both on and off-screen, she has developed a great admiration for the production of film. Although screen acting remains her passion, she hopes to further experience the many components of the industry. She is eager to return to the screen and build on the skills learned from her past projects.
Known For

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Drinking and Driving

Emily is the cause of two tragedies early in her life; her dad suggests she go to a Camp for troubled youth to ease her guilt. When Emily arrives, she is taken in by the other counsellors; they accept her as she is and wrap her in a veil of peace & forgiveness. Emily stands at the forefront of a new kind of life, but there’s a voice out there in the woods she can’t ignore, telling Emily to go home.
CAMP

A queer romance from Avalon Fast.
Eyes Still Closed

Stella comes home from her stay in Arizona expecting to hang with her old-time best friends. she is caught off guard when her world is turned sideways right in front of her eyes. Her blood runs cold as she watches new girls seemingly take over the life of her hometown best friend. Her blood runs all over when she watches her own life taken in the same way.
Night Trouble
Jackie accompanies her childhood friend Anna and her parents on a weekend trip, despite having been distancing herself from Anna after developing a crush on her. Also — pirate fantasies and late-night poolside heart-to-hearts.
Bunk Beds

Five girls stray from society on the hunt for something more special...you can find them if you follow the sound.