Someone Lives Here (2023)

  • NR
  • 04/20/2023 (CA)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 15m

The house that built Khaleel.

Overview

Chronicles the modern-day David and Goliath tale amidst North America's housing crisis. During the pandemic, Khaleel Seivwright, a young Toronto carpenter, builds life-saving shelters for unhoused people facing the winter outside. His actions attracted international acclaim but also staunch opposition from the city government, portraying a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of societal challenges and governmental resistance.

Zachary Russell

Director

Cast

Khaleel Seivwright's headshot

Khaleel Seivwright

Self - Carpenter
Taka's headshot

Taka

Self - Narrator
Denzil Minnan-Wong's headshot

Denzil Minnan-Wong

Self - City Councillor
Babie's headshot

Babie

Self - Tiny Shelter Resident
Brendan James Brady's headshot

Brendan James Brady

Self - Warehouse Neighbour
Cathy Crowe's headshot

Cathy Crowe

Self - Street Nurse & Community Advocate

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