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A film for schools · In development

The documentary.

The story of a community that chose love over hate — made to travel into classrooms and start the conversation kids actually need.

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“To me, Rory was the most joyful person I’d ever met.”
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Rory Swimm — the friend at the center of the film.
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The story

What happens when a generation builds the antidote?

Told by the friends who lived it, the film follows how one community turned loss into a movement — and asks the question at the center of everything we do: what is the root of the hatred?

Not a tragedy story. A blueprint. Empathy, belonging, and the courage to be yourself — shown, not lectured.

Why schools

Built for the classroom

01

Starts the talk

A screening kids relate to — a way into empathy, division, and mental health that doesn't feel like a lecture.

02

Free to teach

Paired with a discussion guide so any teacher, coach, or counselor can lead it. Funding keeps it free for schools.

03

Reaches everyone

The goal: every school that wants it, gets it. Your gift puts the film in front of another room full of kids.

For educators

Bring the film
to your school

Teacher, counselor, coach, or student leader? Register interest and we'll reach out with screening options and the discussion guide.

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