The experience and perspectives of young people do not figure as prominently as they should in our discourse about the state and future of cities. Film and new media provide a rich and immediate way for youth to convey their insights. This program features a collection of incredible short works all created by – or for – young people ranging from middle school to young adults. Panelists include youth filmmakers and their adult allies working at the intersection of youth development and art.
Panelists
Robin Abad Ocubillo (Moderator)
SFUFF Program Producer
Julia Retzlaf
Director, “We Are People”
JoMae Santos
featured in “We Are People”
Lily Yu
featured in “Fenced In”
Films
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Fenced In
USA | 2015 | 2 mins. | Directed by Lily Yu
A West Oakland youth pushes back against the environmental pollution in her neighborhood.
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Rise Up
USA | 2017 | 2 mins. | Directed by Marley Nelson
A look at a young woman’s experience with activism and leadership.
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This is February
USA | 3 mins. | Directed by Lilit Barsagyahan and Sherissa Go
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We Are People
USA | 2018 | 2 mins. | Directed by Jules Retzlaff
A day in the life of a young organizer.
Partners
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