jrowe

I’ve always struggled with feeling comfortable in my identity because of the way my hair looks compared to those around me. It’s caused me a lot anxiety and stress. I’ve learned though, that over time, my hair is apart of me. Not something to perfect or change as to conform into a mold of how others should perceive me. It’s something I should embrace, simply for myself. Through this short film, I describe this inner turmoil I face everyday. I voice the thoughts that constantly run through my head, even when I appear normal to others. In this piece I show the ways I have found myself to be more comfortable in my skin, or more specifically my hair. Seeing my mom with her own unique hair, and talking with others who also share the same feelings allowed to me to realize I’m not alone.

I’m lucky to have things that make me happy. I’m lucky I can share it with other kids and perhaps help them in the process.

Hey You is a short film going with the monthly prompt Never a Bother. It’s a film showing the viewers that not only friends are there for you but teachers and adults on campus. It’s under 60 seconds and we used classmates, our teacher, and office staff to have a moment to talk to the audience.

Life is hard enough, but we have to continue to combat issues that shouldn’t exist to begin with. My submission is about racism.

Our film follows a teenage girl who is struggling under academic pressure and high expectations, questioning her worth. She finds hope during this hard time when she is reminded that there is beauty in everyday interactions, keeping in mind that the scope of one kind gestures is greater than expected.

Our submission is about feeling stuck in a routine, and how having a friend that supports you can give you the hope you need to go through your day.