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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.
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.
It's College Decision Day. Ann Pearson, a Black, high school senior and valedictorian, has finally taken her future into her hands, but she's been keeping it a secret. Now, out of time, Ann must find the courage to reveal her truth at the risk of disappointing the high expectations placed on her and the person she loves most.
- Year2020
- Runtime12 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- NoteEnglish closed captions available
- DirectorKristian King
- ScreenwriterKristian King
- ProducerKristian King
- CastSojourner Brown, Dawn L. Troupe, Janice Dias, Erinn Holmes, Noah Mogaka, Joan Shangold
- CinematographerInés Gowland
- EditorMariko Munro
- Production DesignLex Onigbanjo
- ComposerGavin Brivik
This screening is for All Access Passholders only. Don't have a Pass? Find the general audience screening of this film here!
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.
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.
It's College Decision Day. Ann Pearson, a Black, high school senior and valedictorian, has finally taken her future into her hands, but she's been keeping it a secret. Now, out of time, Ann must find the courage to reveal her truth at the risk of disappointing the high expectations placed on her and the person she loves most.
- Year2020
- Runtime12 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- NoteEnglish closed captions available
- DirectorKristian King
- ScreenwriterKristian King
- ProducerKristian King
- CastSojourner Brown, Dawn L. Troupe, Janice Dias, Erinn Holmes, Noah Mogaka, Joan Shangold
- CinematographerInés Gowland
- EditorMariko Munro
- Production DesignLex Onigbanjo
- ComposerGavin Brivik