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 Co-writer, director and star Katie Burrell takes on the challenge of reviving the ski movie genre with “Weak Layers.” The film follows the adventures of Cleo, a young woman who tries to rebuild her life during a 72-hour film competition. While it's not a nostalgic return to the heyday of ski movies, Burrell injects a slight appeal into the effort. The script, co-written by Burrell and Andrew Ladd, leans more toward the characters' experiences than mountain activities, aiming to create an emotionally engaging feature with endearing and mischievous personalities. “Weak Layers” loses momentum when it sticks to the expected, but gains strength by portraying the ski town atmosphere and the challenges of coming of age. Burrell effectively captures the vitality of the area and explores universal concerns about future plans. Director: Katie Burrell Writers: Katie Burrell, Andrew Ladd Stars: Katie Burrell, Jadyn Wong, Chelsea Conwright Cleo (Katie Burrell), who has resided in Tahoe for...