Nina Arsenault

Acting

Nina Arsenault

Born January 20, 1974 · Ontario, Canada (age 52)

Nina Arsenault is known for Door Prize, Sugar (2004) and DoUlike2watch.com (2003). Transgender Canadian performance artist and freelance writer. Birth name is Rodney Arsenault.

Known For

Soldier's GirlSoldier's Girl · 2003
Soldier's Girl
7.02003
MovieTV MovieDrama
This true story, which takes place in Fort Campbell, KY, tells the heart-wrenching story of the life and tragic death of soldier Barry Winchell. His love for Calpernia Addams, a transgender nightclub performer, was misunderstood by his fellow soldiers and eventually led to his murder.
Door PrizeDoor Prize · 2025
Door Prize
2025
MovieMusicMystery
Mars Brito, a trans bike courier, is killed by an SUV. Is he the victim of an accidental 'door prize', or is this murder? His case becomes a city-wide obsession, with hourly true crime updates and rewards for clues. While this murder mystery unfolds, a Toronto trans activist (also named Mars) works with his friends on an operatic memorial, creating arias for each of the 375 trans murders that were committed around the world that year. Door Prize weaves together documentary, drama, and opera scenes into a hybrid film that explores issues of media spectacle, solidarity violence, trans visibility, and anti-trans violence.
SugarSugar · 2004
Sugar
5.02004
MovieDramaRomance
Cliff receives an unusual 18th birthday gift from his younger sister — marijuana, alcohol, a subway token and the mission to lose his virginity. This results in Cliff meeting a young street hustler named Butch. At first, as Butch introduces Cliff to gay street life in Toronto, Cliff is excited by his new relationship. But as the two grow closer, he finds that Butch has problems, including drug addiction, that are cause for serious concern.
I'm YoursI'm Yours · 2012
I'm Yours
2012
MovieComedyDocumentary
A doc-style short showing two people who transitioned to the other sex answering the same questions. Director Chase Joynt uses clever cuts to create rhythmic montages through their juxtaposition.
Locker RoomLocker Room · 2002
Locker Room
8.02002
SeriesComedy
Locker Room was shown on PrideVision TV & OutTV in Canada. It was a comedic magazine series about LGBT issues and topics in sports, it was billed as the world's first LGBT-themed sports series. Taped in Toronto, Ontario. Recurring sketches include: Coach’s Corner - Those who can’t play…coach! Athletes We Love - Gay? Straight? Whatever! We just love ‘em! Equipment Shed - A look at the more fashionable side of sports.

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