Make a Film, Tell a Story 

 
 

2016 Film

Site: Glass Street / East Chattanooga

Artists: 29 Chattanooga teens in collaboration with professional film-maker Alli Dozet

Partners: George R. Johnson Family Foundation, Chattanooga Public Library, and Baylor School

Description: Drawing on their experiences and perspectives of issues in their local communities, Magic Marker teens created films to prompt and inspire viewers to engage in conversation and action that could impact the issues featured in the videos. The teens, all of whom had no previous film-making experience, collaborated to complete at least one short film, which included writing scripts, finding locations, casting, directing, shooting, and editing the short films. Teens were compensated with a stipend reflecting an assessment of their individual work ethic, performance, and job quality. Visit the links below to view the videos.

Make a Film, Tell a Story was funded by the George R. Johnson Family Foundation.

 

 

"Without A Home" is a poetic visual essay reflecting on the condition of homelessness through the eyes of a veteran. Written and directed by 14-year-old Kae' Lani Cooley, "Without A Home" conveys empathy for every person's story and encourages viewers to withhold from making preemptive judgments about the state of an individual living with homelessness.
"Hurt People Hurt People" is a narrative short film portraying a story of a teenage bully. Written and directed by 14-year-old Asia Johnson, "Hurt People Hurt People" promotes a positive message about the domino effects of hurting individuals and the potential to generate change through well being.
"Past, Present, Future" is a poetic visual essay reflecting on the limited time we each have on the earth. Written and directed by 14-year-old Kimora Bass, "Past, Present, Future" encourages viewers to take ahold of every moment in life and pass on positive and lasting memories to those around you.
"The Voice That Saved My Life" is a narrative short film portraying a story of a young teen in an abusive situation. Written and directed by 14-year-old Detrell Clemons, "The Voice That Saved My Life" is based on a true story and encourages viewers to be a positive voice in the lives of young people around them.
"Stop The Violence Chattanooga" is an original music video created by teens from Chattanooga, TN. The video was written, directed, produced, and edited exclusively by Chattanooga teens, ages 14-18. Through the guidance of professional filmmakers, teens were able to complete the short film within a ten-day time period.