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| Directed by Claudette Jaiko |
| Canada, 1996 (documentary, 26 minutes, colour, English) |
| Also known as "On s'en occupe" |
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| Image: © National Film Board of Canada |
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Film Description: "Taking Charge shows teens taking the initiative to overcome the fears and vulnerabilities of growing up in an increasingly violent and rapidly changing society. Through role-playing, theatre groups, peer discussion groups and anti-violence collectives these young activists have 'taken charge,' educating themselves and their peers towards a deeper understanding of the effects of violence rooted in sexism, racism and homophobia. We see through their various initiatives, as well as personal testimonies, that teens speaking and organizing against violence sends a positive message to everyone. Taking Charge encourages the viewer to re-examine definitions of violence, and shows how to effect change. The defiant lyrics of the theme song match the bold and creative energy alive in these teens. Witty animation sequences add a layer of visual playfulness, but the message remains: Do something before it is too late!" -- National Film Board of Canada (source) |
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| Produced by: | Chantal Bowen, Jacques Vallée, Josée Beaudet, Ginny Stikeman |
| Participants: | Minusha Alam, Leanne Phillips, Kojenwa Moitt, Nina Thompson, Phillip T. Edwards, Tammy Reid, Catherine Miller, Alfredo Phipps, Kevin Risk, Rahma A. Adam, Dannell Phillips |
| Animation: | Sylvain Proteau |
| Film Editing: | Petra Valier |
| Production Company: | Office national du film du Canada / National Film Board of Canada |
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