World Premiere – My Life Between the Reins wins for Best Production Design
All images courtesy of Marilyn Swick.
From 400 final selections at the 2025 Silicon Beach Film Festival at the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre, “My Life Between the Reins” won for best Production Design!
From Producer Marilyn Swick:
To Paige Porterfield Baylis, Susie Reinauer, and Andrew Baylis!
I am honored that you allowed me to share your true story documentary and I hope that this is just the beginning for the world to see your inspirational story. I truly believe that now is that time to share the three G’s that you live by; God, Grace, and Grit!
This is the story of Paige and Susie! Paige was born with her umbilical cord wrapped around her neck five times, the doctors told her parents that she would never walk or talk and it may be best to place her in an institution. Her mom, Susie is the unsung hero of this story and not only did Paige walk and talk, she trotted and loped her way into many AQHA championships with direction from both Kevin & Melissa Dukes at Dukes Performance, graduated from College, and is now a Zig Ziglar Certified Life Coach and Motivational Speaker!
Cerebral Palsy does not come with a manual; it comes with a mother that doesn’t give up!
My Life Between the Reins Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljXO1qU_7f0
The official press release is below:
September 11, 2025 | TCL Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, CA
An inspiring true-story feature documentary by Marilyn Swick
Hollywood, CA – Award-winning filmmaker, producer, actor, and songwriter Marilyn Swick proudly announces the World Premiere of her powerful feature documentary, My Life Between the Reins, at the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard. The premiere takes place on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM (Theater 4) as part of the Silicon Beach Film Festival (September 4-12, 2025). Both the feature film and its companion music video of the same title are official selections of the festival.
A Story of Unbreakable Spirit and Equestrian Triumph
My Life Between the Reins tells the story of Paige, a young woman born with cerebral palsy. Doctors once predicted she might never walk or talk. Paige defied the odds and entered the competitive equestrian world. Under the guidance of trainer Kevin Dukes, her determination led to multiple AQHA award wins. The film highlights her lifelong motto, “I am not disabled, just inconvenienced,” celebrating her spirit and the bond she shares with her family and horses. The director, Marilyn Swick, said that she knew the story of Paige and her mother, Susie, was a beacon of hope that needed to be shared. She added that the film is a tribute to courage, resilience, and the power of never giving up on dreams, regardless of obstacles.
Additional Festival Honors & Screenings
- Silicon Beach Film Festival (Hollywood, CA): World Premiere for both the feature film and music video on September 11, 2025.
- Show Low Film Festival (Show Low, AZ): The feature film was honored as a Top 100 Award Winner and marks Swick’s third alumni recognition. Three screenings are scheduled from October 17-19, 2025.
- Tryon International Film Festival (Tryon, NC): The music video is a Final Selection and will screen on October 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the Tryon Depot Room.
Multimedia Content and Follow the Journey
The film’s soundtrack is complemented by its soundtrack. The title track, “My Life Between the Reins,” was written and performed by Donna Estelle Bukevicz of Molly Girl Music, LLC., who also served as the Music Supervisor & Creative Soundtrack Director for the project. You can listen to it here:
Another song featured in the documentary is, “Let Me Ride,” written by Discover Sooner Member, Colleen Brown Keenleyside and performed by Colleen Rae. You can listen to it here: https://artists.landr.com/057829443303
Follow the journey and learn more about the film:
- Official Trailer – Youtube
- IMDb: My Life Between the Reins
- Facebook: @MyLifeBetweenTheReins
- Instagram: @MyLifeBetweenTheReins
About Marilyn Swick:
Marilyn Swick is a multi-award-winning director, screenwriter, SAG-AFTRA actor, and ASCAP songwriter. She is a long-standing member of the AQHA/NSBA community. Her production company, Sleep On It Productions, creates films that inspire and amplify true stories.
