“Bloom” addresses the intersectionality of struggling with mental health as an immigrant or child of immigrants. The film analyzes the guilt of talking about mental health struggles when trying to be grateful for the better life your family fought for and explores the varied coping mechanisms immigrants and their children may use.
This film addresses the isolating effects of living through the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of connecting with others to maintain good mental health.
This film spreads awareness of available resources and encourages those who may be struggling to give crisis lines a chance.
This film addresses the negative impact that academic and social pressures can have on youth mental health, all the while emphasizing the importance of friendship and reaching out for help.
In “Phone a Friend,” a youth struggling with suicidal thoughts reaches out to a friend who provides support.
In “Help Wanted,” a girl who has been facing mental health challenges finally realizes that she isn’t alone and gets help.
In “Breaking the Silence,” a group of youth notice that one of their friends is acting differently and becoming distant, but only one of them is brave enough to ask about suicide directly, which helps him get support.
This film visualize’s a young man’s mental health struggle through a game of tug-o-war, ultimately showing that mental health challenges don’t have to be faced alone.
“The Countdown” provides a powerful example of how to support a friend in crisis.
“Notice the Small Signs” seeks to educate viewers on suicide prevention while emphasizing the importance of knowing what to look for if you suspect a friend might be struggling.