Voices
“Voices” dives into the mind of a high school student considering suicide. In doing so, the film spreads awareness of suicide warning signs, encourages youth to suppour each other, and emphasizes the power of seeking help.
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Silenciado
Focusing on teen mental health and the problems that arise when youth aren’t truly heard by friends family, this film shows how feeling “Silenciado” can make it difficult to reach out for help and find resources.
Speaking Up
The filmmakers behind “Speaking Up” wanted to tell a relatable story about the power of reaching out, thereby encouraging others to be open if they are ever concerned about a friend.
Like asking a question
The youth behind “Like Asking a Question” shared that making their film helped teach them that it’s OK to reach out for help.
Better Together
This film emphasizes how important it is to reach out to others and conveys the messages that you never know what someone is going through and that reaching out could help someone more than you realize.
Mi Querido Bello
This short film follows a young girl who has recently lost her grandfather. She finds herself struggling with the loss and feels like she doesn’t have anyone to turn to. The main message of the film is that if you see someone struggling, you should not hesitate to help them.
Cleanse Your Mind
The youth behind “Cleanse Your Mind” wanted to put a different spin on the topic of mental health in Latino communities by focusing on both relatable personal experiences and their positive aspects.
A Better Way
This personal film describes the feelings that an individual experiences when facing mental health issues and urges audiences to seek help if needed.
Televised Panic
This stylized film depicts the signs and impact of a panic attack from the perspective of someone experiencing one. In doing so, the film seeks to educate others on how to support a friend who may need help.
I Am Not Alone
This film depicts two sisters feeling disconnected due to one’s declining mental health. The older sister decides to reach out to help her younger sister feel comforted and loved.