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All 19 Scenarios USA films address communication, relationships and decision making.
Film topics include Pregnancy Prevention, HIV/AIDS, Body Image, Sexual Identity and many other themes.
Bitter Memories
Rob is a young man who grows up watching his father abuse his mother. When jealousy brings Rob face to face with his own violent tendencies toward women, he confronts his father’s behavior so he can learn how to be un hombre vero. Written by Mariella Zavala from Pharr, Texas. Directed by Joshua Marston shot by Stuart Dryburgh and Produced by Anish Savjani.
Reflections
Three best friends learn to take the risk of HIV/AIDS seriously as they navigate romantic relationships. Written by Keyana Ray from Maywood, Illinois. Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood (Love and Basketball), shot by Johnny Jensen (Rosewood) and produced by Billy Higgins (Honey).
Me, Myself and I
A high school girl learns to make choices for herself regardless of what others think. Written by Caroline Boon from Brownsville, Texas. Directed by Eva Vives (Raising Victor Vargas), shot by Lee Daniel (Fast Food Nation, Before Sunrise) and produced by Anish Savjani(nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Old Joy and the upcoming I’ll Come Running).
Toothpaste
Two best friends consider taking their relationships to the next level. The decisions they make are as different as the outcomes. Directed by Ben Younger (Prime, Boiler Room), shot by Academy Award winning cinematographer Guillermo Navarro (Pan's Labyrinth, Hellboy) and produced by Michael Waxman ("Friday Night Lights", Collateral).
Lipstick
Emily hangs with her friends, plays soccer and looks forward to graduation. She also has a secret girlfriend. Will her friends still love her when she comes out? Directed by Michael Apted ("Rome", "What About Brian", Amazing Grace, Gorillas in the Mist).
From an Objective Point of View
"No sex, without the consultation of the other. Agreed!" Two best friends make a pact not to have sex. But when passions flare, the agreement (and their friendship) is on the verge of being broken. Written by a student in Queens, NY and directed by Jim McKay (Our Song) and Hannah Weyer (La Boda).
Nightmare on AIDS Street
17-year-old Isabel knows she can’t take back what happened during one hazy night with a guy. She decides to take responsibility and bravely face her greatest fear by getting tested. Directed by Kinan Valdez (El Teatro Campesino).
MANchild
Tommy is a young man who works hard to make it to graduation, to be a good friend and a good boyfriend, and to raise his three sisters. On his 18th birthday, Tommy must reckon with both his past and his future to define for himself what it means to become a man. Written by Earlaina Kemp from Cleveland, Ohio. Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber and shot by Lee Daniel.
The Choices We Make
Young lovers struggle to make the right decision about becoming parents. Written by Tiara Bennett from Brooklyn, NY. Directed by Alison Maclean (Jesus' Son, "The Tudors"), shot by Luke Geissbuhler (Borat) and produced by Rob York.
All Falls Down
Three best girlfriends meet a group of boys on their daily commute, and each person is challenged to figure out who they are and what they want from a relationship. Written by a 15 year old from Brooklyn, New York. Directed by David Koepp (Writer of Indiana Jones; Director of Secret Window), shot by Mark Benjamin (Slam) and produced by Ezra Swerdlow (Wag the Dog).
Just Like You Imagined?
Six teens hope to avoid heartbreak, HIV, and hard truths about their relationships while remaining true to who they are. Directed by David Frankel ("Entourage", The Devil Wears Prada, Band of Brothers, "Sex in the City".)
Today I Found Out
The world though Samantha's eyes. A teenage girl tries to make sense of the world around her when she finds out her best friend is pregnant. Today I Found Out was adapted from an essay written by a 14-year old girl from the Texas/Mexico border. The film was directed by Griffin Dunne (Practical Magic).
He Said, She Said
Tonight is the night… or is it? A guy doesn’t know the first thing about how to use a condom until his girlfriend sets him straight. Directed by Doug Liman (The Bourne Ultimatum, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Identity, Swingers). Stars Rosario Dawson (Alexander, Men in Black II).
Misunderstood
Twin brothers Devon and Keshon rely on each other for their daily survival. When they find themselves attracted to the same girl, a rivalry builds that leads to deeper questions about how society judges boys and men. Written by Teens in the High School of Graphic Communication Arts in New York City. Directed by Clark Johnson shot by Frank Demarco and produced by Jamin O'Brien.
Who I Am
Two young women confront their sexuality at the crossroads of race and class. The film addresses stereotypes, racism, and homophobia. Written by Whitney Peters from Miami, Florida. Directed by Jesse Peretz (The Ex) and produced by Julian Valdes and Andy Schefter.
A Memoir to My Former Self
A girl is called out on her eating disorder by a girl she never liked. Their unlikely alliance, and eventual friendship, pushes her to deal with it. Directed by Jamie Babbitt (But I'm a Cheerleader), shot by Jules LaBarthe (But I'm a Cheerleader) and produced by Andrea Sperling (D.E.B.S.)
Choices: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
Three boys on the verge of manhood face the realities of relationships. A look at how three teenage friends deal with issues of fatherhood, peer pressure, passion, STDs and taking responsibility. Written by teens from inner-city Orlando and directed by Tamara Jenkins (Slums of Beverly Hills).
The Monster
When three young men chat up the new girl on the block, only one gets lucky. But he, however, is forced to deal with his HIV status. Directed by Academy Award winner Adam Davidson ( The Lunch Date, "Shark", "John from Cincinnati", "Big Love", "Rome", Deadwood") and written by youth incarcerated on Rikers Island with John Hamburg (Meet the Parents).
Don't Dance With Death
Based on the Mexican myth ("Devil in the Dance Hall.") A night at a dance club turns serious for four girls when an unwanted image appears. Directed by acclaimed documentary-maker Hector Galán (Los Lonely Boys), shot by Lee Daniel (Fast Food Nation, Los Lonely Boys, Dazed and Confused, Slacker), and produced by Avram Ludwig (Swingers).