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Young documentary subjects turn the camera on themselves to break down the misconceptions, prejudices or stereotypes they face. With guidance from professional filmmakers, they record all aspects of their lives from their own unflinchingly honest point of view.
Seasons
In the first season, homeless youth in Toronto used camera phones to film their lives. Participants were given audio and video gear and attended a one-day workshop to learn the basics of filmmaking. The homeless youth featured also received one-on-one training with professional filmmakers.
E1Rabbit
Aug 2, 2017
Rabbit, 23, is homeless. He has an addiction to fentanyl and other opioids.
E2Terence
Aug 9, 2017
Terence, 22, was given a camera phone to capture his experience at a homeless shelter.
In season two, most teens are dealing with a health condition that make their daily lives unique from their peers. Their episodes take us inside the world of teens living with differences, looking for representation and recognition. Their stories spark conversations about mental health, physical disabilities, inclusion and so much more.
E1Jadine
Jun 7, 2019
Like most 18-year-olds, Jadine wants to experience the freedom of adulthood and is thinking about leaving the comforts of home. Jadine lives with Cerebral Palsy and uses a wheelchair.
E2Taryn
Jun 7, 2019
17-year-old Taryn is a competitive dancer, rock climbing instructor and honour roll student. Taryn was born with Treacher Collins syndrome. She lives with hearing impairment and a facial difference.
E3Tosconni
Jun 7, 2019
Tosconni is a transgender man who suffers from anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Feeling unwelcome, he left home at the age of 17 and now lives in a shelter for LGBTQ youth.
E4Abbigail
Jun 7, 2019
15-year-old Abbigail is a young carer to her twin brother Andrew. Andrew has Tourette syndrome and a severe mood disorder. Because of his illness, Andrew experiences uncontrollable tics and outbursts.
E5Holly
Jun 7, 2019
Holly's life has been severely impacted by mental illness. She experiences symptoms of psychosis, which have delayed her academic progress and separated her from her friends.
E6Damion
Jun 7, 2019
Damion is a 17-year-old cancer survivor who lives a quiet and isolated life. The radiation treatment he received at the age of 8 left him with physical and emotional scars.
Storyline
Young documentary subjects turn the camera on themselves to break down the misconceptions, prejudices or stereotypes they face. With guidance from professional filmmakers, they record all aspects of their lives from their own unflinchingly honest point of view.
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