This program encompasses universal coming of age experiences of adolescence from diverse voices. Enjoyable for all ages, these filmmakers take on difficult subjects such as self-image, romance, childhood trauma, and family dynamics. The filmmakers in this program show a special aptitude for storytelling and working with young actors, brilliantly coaching teen cast members who give incredible on-screen performances. These are not your average teen movies, and they are sure to impress teen and adult audiences alike.
Have an All Access Pass? Unlock your on-demand screening of this film here!
Total Run Time: 78 minutes
This program will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.
Programmed by Guest Festival Shorts Programmer, Emily Eddy.
This program is appropriate for viewers ages 13+
Content Considerations: Strong language, implied sexual situations, sexual violence, harassment.
After multiple encounters with a popular bully and a little academic inspiration, an African-American teen finally stands up for herself against classmates that question her cultural identity.
- Year2020
- Runtime11 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- NoteEnglish closed captions available
- DirectorJenn Shaw
- ScreenwriterJenn Shaw
- ProducerYJ Meira
- Executive ProducerJenn Shaw
- CastBriana Roy, Molly Jackson, Lee Bingham, Sharifa Oliver, Debra Wilson, Chris Greenwood, Candice Joy Scales, Ilia Sargent-Barbra, Roi Clinton
- CinematographerMariscela Mendez
- EditorBen Foster
- Production DesignJanelle Chivonne
- ComposerWendell Hanes
- Sound DesignEmily Chan
This program encompasses universal coming of age experiences of adolescence from diverse voices. Enjoyable for all ages, these filmmakers take on difficult subjects such as self-image, romance, childhood trauma, and family dynamics. The filmmakers in this program show a special aptitude for storytelling and working with young actors, brilliantly coaching teen cast members who give incredible on-screen performances. These are not your average teen movies, and they are sure to impress teen and adult audiences alike.
Have an All Access Pass? Unlock your on-demand screening of this film here!
Total Run Time: 78 minutes
This program will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.
Programmed by Guest Festival Shorts Programmer, Emily Eddy.
This program is appropriate for viewers ages 13+
Content Considerations: Strong language, implied sexual situations, sexual violence, harassment.
After multiple encounters with a popular bully and a little academic inspiration, an African-American teen finally stands up for herself against classmates that question her cultural identity.
- Year2020
- Runtime11 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- NoteEnglish closed captions available
- DirectorJenn Shaw
- ScreenwriterJenn Shaw
- ProducerYJ Meira
- Executive ProducerJenn Shaw
- CastBriana Roy, Molly Jackson, Lee Bingham, Sharifa Oliver, Debra Wilson, Chris Greenwood, Candice Joy Scales, Ilia Sargent-Barbra, Roi Clinton
- CinematographerMariscela Mendez
- EditorBen Foster
- Production DesignJanelle Chivonne
- ComposerWendell Hanes
- Sound DesignEmily Chan