More Than This | FULL EMBRACE (Ages Teen 14+)

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Explore these stories from a LGBTQ+ youth perspective. Each story sheds light and offers different insights into young lives that are too rarely seen.

For Ages Teen 14+ | 75 minutes | Presented in English, nonverbal and original languages with English subtitles

This program is supported as part of the Dutch Culture USA program of the Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New York.

More Than This

Year 12 student Zalie struggles to connect with her demanding father and her girlfriend, while also secretly grappling with her crumbling mental health. Her classmate Jamie feels like their childhood has been ripped from them since they have to care for their younger brother while their mother works. When Zalie introduces Jamie to her friend group, the pair quickly find support in each other. But despite the budding friendship, Zalie and Jamie still have to navigate the various struggles of adolescence on their own.

Year
2021
Runtime
24 minutes
Language
English
Country
Australia
Rating
CONTENT DETAILS: Strong Language, Smoking, Teen/Adolescent Misconduct, Self Harm
Note
THEMES: Mental Health, Gender/Sexuality Spectrum

Director
John Sheedy, Kate Gorman
Screenwriter
Olivia Deeble
Producer
Kate Gorman, Charmaine Gorman

6 films in package

BREATHE

As he grows up, a boy comes to terms with his sexuality and accepts the love he feels for his best friend.

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More Than This

Zalie has introduced Jamie to her high school friend group, who welcome them with open arms. Although the pair quickly bond, Zalie and Jamie each keeps their struggles with identity, mental health and relationships a secret, and continues to grapple with them alone.