Harvard Westlake Short films Mentored by Cheri Gaulke
Enjoy these short films about Human Rights made by HIgh School Students.
Sincretismo
Sophie Kim
The words of a Guatemalan priestess of Maximón give insight into this deity and folk saint born of the ancient Maya traditions centuries ago
Voz Libre
Produced by:Cheri Gaulke, Jackson Kroopf, Alethea Paradis
A U.S. teen travels to the U.S.-Mexico border and creates an original song and music video inspired by what he sees.
Playas de Tijuana
Sophie Kim
An inspiring poem about the border fence that meets the sea, where names become prayers and where “the worst place to be is here and not there.”
From AIDS to Advice: LGBTQ+ Seniors Tell Their Stories
Sophie Kim
Nine LGBTQ+ senior citizens share their experiences, including coming out stories, life during the HIV/AIDS crisis, and advice for LGBTQ+ youth, parents, and allies.
Āmrikā
Produced by:Harvard Westlake
An Iranian-American teenager travels to a small village in Iran to interview people about their opinions of America. She examines what they have to say and contrasts that with some of the stereotypes that characterize the Middle East.
Guatemalans and their Government
Walt Schoen and Daniel Novikov
“Everyday, journalists put their lives on the line to tell the truth.”
Madre e Hija
Kacey Kim and Chance Walker
“My wish for my children is that they have the opportunity to study, which I didn’t have.”
Mayan Dreams Through Education
Joy Ho and Alexandra Poe
Two student filmmakers travel to Guatemala and gather diverse voices of teachers, women weavers, street vendors and students who articulate their vision for keeping traditional values, while expanding opportunities through education.
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