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DEPRESSION VS. HAPPINESS

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DEPRESSION VS. HAPPINESS is in the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival - it may not be a regular, endorsed title
Recommended age 8-12
5 minutes
VIDEO
CONRAD PAUR
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This student made film by elementary school students hits the mark as it tackles a serious issue that kids experience - depression.

The film follows a young boy, Ethan, whose fears are overtaking him and he is having difficulty fitting in with his class. He runs into an older student who intimidates him, and runs outside to escape - only to be part of a group of students from his class. As he struggles to deal with his emotions, his classmates come to his side to guide and protect him. In the end, amidst of flurry of special effects that seem to be possibly pulling him away, his classmates rescue him and offer additional support. Good camera work; good audio; good editing. Among some of the best work we have seen from elementary school aged filmmakers.

The film's message is about helping others and allowing them to help you when you are dealing with issues bigger than normal.

I give Depression Vs. Happiness 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12. By Julie S., KIDS FIRST!

This student made film by elementary school students hits the mark as it tackles a serious issue that kids experience - depression.

The film follows a young boy, Ethan, whose fears are overtaking him and he is having difficulty fitting in with his class. He runs into an older student who intimidates him, and runs outside to escape - only to be part of a group of students from his class. As he struggles to deal with his emotions, his classmates come to his side to guide and protect him. In the end, amidst of flurry of special effects that seem to be possibly pulling him away, his classmates rescue him and offer additional support. Good camera work; good audio; good editing. Among some of the best work we have seen from elementary school aged filmmakers.

The film's message is about helping others and allowing them to help you when you are dealing with issues bigger than normal.

I give Depression Vs. Happiness 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12. By Julie S., KIDS FIRST!

Anxiety and Depression can really affect students in school. Ethan's fears begin take over, can hope find a way to help?
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