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End the stigma of mental health.
The Au Contraire Film Festival is a proud Partner of Bell Let’s Talk.
Through the lens of our films, the unique Au Contraire Film Festival strives to achieve awareness of and advocacy for mental health issues. ACFF engages audiences on the topic of mental health. We inspire and empower people to tell their own stories and access resources. Thank you for visiting this page!
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In the context of virtual viewing, Student Services, mental health counsellors or school psychologists should organize a webinar for the movie viewing and be attentive and sensitive to people's reactions as well as facilitate the debriefing session after the film.
Before You Watch the Films
Watching these films might trigger some different or upsetting thoughts and feelings.
- If they do, talk with a supportive resource, be they a friend, a relative or a professional. Do not feel shy about leaving the screening. Check out the resources available at your university or you can always Google local resources and places for support.
- If you’re watching in a group setting, be supportive and attentive of those who are openly expressing their experiences. You might be learning something about yourself or a family member.
Themes to Start a Conversation on Mental Health
After you watch the films:
- What did you learn or experience while watching these films?
- Did these films help you better understand people with mental illness?
- Did these films change your perspectives on mental illness?
- How much does stigma affect those that have mental health issues?
It's time to talk about it!
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Thank you.
COEXISTENCE
Director: Youri Létournneau-Langlois
14 minutes | Canada-Quebec | French with English subtitles
Synopsis:
Sophie’s inner dialogue is in constant conflict with the different voices of her reasoning. These voices vie for control of her better judgment.
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Director: Julia Lisa Zlotnick
4 minutes | Canada | English with French subtitles
Synopsis:
A visceral film about a young man who is struggling with his mental health.
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Director: Allee Chance
14 minutes | USA | English with French subtitles
Synopsis:
We all face situations that are uncomfortable in our lives. It is easier to avoid them at first, but that only leads to problems later on. For Eric, video games was addictive.
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