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One of Them

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This short fictional film features high school seniors discovering and battling against homophobic discrimination and stereotypes. Jamie must face up to her own reactions as she realizes that her friend is gay and needs her support. Jamie's boyfriend must decide if he will support Jamie. One of Them focuses on homophobia and discrimination in a human rights context. The dramatization prompts viewers to examine their own responses and promote a safe school environment for all.

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This short fictional film features high school seniors discovering and battling against homophobic discrimination and stereotypes. Jamie must face up to her own reactions as she realizes that her friend is gay and needs her support. Jamie's boyfriend must decide if he will support Jamie. One of Them focuses on homophobia and discrimination in a human rights context. The dramatization prompts viewers to examine their own responses and promote a safe school environment for all.

Children and Youth Cultural Diversity and Multiculturalism Social Issues Sexuality and Reproduction All subjects
  • director
    Elise Swerhone
  • producer
    Jennifer Torrance
  • executive producer
    Svend-Erik Eriksen
  • writer
    Nancy Trites Botkin
  • photography
    Brian Rougeau
  • sound
    Brent Marchenski
  • editing
    Bob Lower
  • sound design
    Saul Henteleff
  • re-recording
    John Schritt
  • music
    Spur of the Moment

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Ages 12 to 15
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Civics/Citizenship - Human Rights Diversity - Identity Health/Personal Development - Healthy Relationships Health/Personal Development - Sexuality
Dramatic representation of a group of high school students attempting to grasp and cope with homosexuality. As Human Rights Day at their school approaches, some students begin to realize that being gay is more than just a label, and the reality of loving differently is much closer to them than they originally thought. Shows examples of discrimination, harassment, homophobia, and stereotyping.
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