Blighted Sentiments | 2:27 min | filmmakers Darius Zaeed Hassan and James Edward Saffer
This short film expresses the feelings of being in an anxiety attack, but also the effects (sic) of positive words and how there is always hope beyond the tunnel..
Inner Workings | 9:58 min | filmmakers Cara Davidson/The Shannon Project
In this short film, Cara opens up about her experience with depression and body dysmorphia. She explores how mental health struggles manifest for others in Generation Z, especially in the wake of the COVID19 Pandemic.
Irã | 3:00 min | filmmaker Iferrdo During his journey throughout the lockdown, Irã finds himself trapped. Forced to live with himself, he decides to dive deep within looking to make amends.
Lipstick on a Leopard | 5:01 min | filmmaker Haolang Li
While questioning his masculinity upon the society’s prejudice of his weakliness, a young boy struggled among the crowd to retrieve his beastliness.
Obsessive, Compulsive, but never Disorderly | 5:51 min | filmmaker Miquela Lopez
With Obsessive, Compulsive, but never Disorderly, I hoped to tackle the topic of mental health from a new perspective. We often either see people dramatize it or avoid the topic entirely. Instead of taking a step back, I aspired to take a closer look at what day-to-day life may look like for someone who struggles with OCD while also adding a touch of comedy. The truth is, there is both drama and comedy in our lives and I wanted to share this through a slice of Kamila's life..
On Top of the World: My Suicide Story | 7:38 min | filmmaker Ewan Thomas
Suicide.
Self-Reflection | 6:47 min | filmmakers Alysen Rose, Shreyansh Dixit, and Sarah Dewitt
After lashing out at a friend, a regretful teenager must face her actions through her own worst critic: herself.
Why We Are | 9:17 min | filmmaker Karston C Singleton
Through the use of theatrical dramatizations, two teenagers attempt to bridge the gaps between those with behavioral health and those without it. How different could they be?
Dream State | 5:00 min | director Sean Velasco-Dodge | writer/producer Shai Frumkin
Two siblings trying to cope with the recent death of their father.
Why Do You Jump? | 1:53 min | filmmakers Tyrone Shields and Joe Guzzone
A comparison between a suicidal man and an extreme sports athlete.
put your phone down | 2:15 min | filmmaker Kate Schein
Each day is the same living as a teen in the 21st century, addicted to the screen that makes decisions for you. It perpetuates rules and regulations from decades ago in an unsuspecting way. It is that unwavering voice in our heads telling us what to do and not. It is the thing that keeps us awake at night and starts our morning. Devices have become an extension of society, and most of the dangers that these devices pose come from ideas of the past.
Lust of the Flesh | 2:10 min | filmmaker Maria Gian
An exploration of gluttony and shame through the eyes of a higher power.
Reflections On A Clock | 3:44 min | filmmaker Becca Araxie Melkonian
An experimental, autobiographical short film showing the indifference and elusiveness of time, especially when grieving loss, and how it can change the way you look at the world around you. it addresses grief, depression, and is related to my post traumatic stress disorder.
Partyboy | 5:00 min | filmmaker Damien Middleton
A boy gets ready to go to a party.