Words I Can’t Forget Synopsis
“Words I Can’t Forget” follows multiple women’s experiences of being criticized on social media and in their own communities, and how this affects their personal and professional aspirations. Throughout the film, women reflect on their personal stories and take solace in the stories of others.
About Words I Can’t Forget
CREDITS
Director: Anabella Trujillo, Yaretzi Pineda, Catalina Kennedy, Izzy Medina
Producers: Anabella Trujillo, Yaretzi Pineda, Catalina Kennedy, Izzy Medina, Nancy Estrada
Editor: Nancy Estrada
MISSION
“Words I Can’t Forget” seeks to inspire women to overcome the fear and doubt that criticism makes us feel, and to pursue our dreams no matter what.
VISION
We hope that women will feel empowered to seek out mental health support if they are weighed down by the constant criticism they experience in society. That women feel seen and respected in their experiences.
About the Filmmakers
Anabella Trujillo
Anabella Hernandez Trujillo is a rising senior at Bishop Conaty Our Lady of Lorretto High School. She plans to pursue her passion in filmmaking in college and one day become a filmmaker/cinematographer. Her love for storytelling has been apparent throughout her life through her love for movies, drawing, reading, writing, and photography. In her future films, she hopes to highlight her Mexican and Salvadorian heritage and her experience growing up in south LA, surrounded by strong inspiring women. As she continues her educational journey, she hopes to gain more knowledge on the film world and continue being creative.
Yaretzi Pineda
Yaretzi Pineda is a seventeen year old Rising Senior at Bishop Conaty Our Lady of Loretto High School. She is deeply passionate about film, music, and music production. With a career goal in film production, she aims to inspire through the art of storytelling. She hopes to continue to gain valuable film experience and to serve as an inspirational voice for women everywhere.
Catalina Kennedy
Catalina Kennedy is a rising senior at Mark Keppel High School. Her passion for storytelling is derived from her childhood love of reading and has now blossomed into a love of film. Her previous instructions and USC’s Annenberg Youth Academy has formulated a desire to learn about others through the lens of journalism. Honoring her mixed Irish and Mexican heritage she places an emphasis on cultural studies. She currently strived to be involved with film as a screenwriter and is motivated to highlight the stories of the underrepresented and to create art with active purpose.
Isabel Medina
Isabel Medina is a student at Los Angeles High School of the Arts going into her senior year. She has always been passionate about film and production. She has been involved in various projects such as her school’s play “Macbeth” and the creation of short films in her acting class requiring her to be behind the camera and creating a story. In the future, Isabel is aiming to work in journalism or production/film to help bring stories to life. Isabel aims to further develop her knowledge and skills in filmmaking and documentary production.
Action Kit
Questions to Ask Before Screening the Film:
- What Are Some Criticisms You’ve Received in Your Own Life?
- Have You Ever Felt Discouraged from Pursuing Your Interests or Passions Due to Criticism?
- Is There Any Criticism that Still Affects You Today?
- Are There Any Negative Words You Can’t Forget that You’ve Been Told?
- How Do You Cope with Mental Health Issues After Receiving Criticism?
- Where Does Constant Criticism Stem From?
Questions to Ask After Screening the Film:
- How Does the Film Change Your Perspective on Criticism?
- Can You Relate to Anyone’s Story Shown in The Film?
- How Does It Feel to Know You’re Not Alone with Criticism?
- How Can We Be More Mindful when Speaking to Others?
Calls to Action:
- Seek out Mental Health Outlets if You Are Experiencing Mental Health Issues, Like:
- Teen Line, a Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services Program, Is the Leading Crisis and Support Hotline that Connects Youth with Highly Trained Teen “listeners” Who Provide Free, Confidential, Compassionate Peer Support and Mental Health Resources. (text Teen to 839863) (call 800-852-8336)
- Schedule a Free Consultation at The Youth and Family Institute at Youthandfamilyinstitute.Com where They Offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Other Evidence-Based Treatment to Help Make Positive Changes in The Lives of Children, Young Adults, and Their Families.
- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
- Surround Yourself with Positive People and Connect with Groups with Whom You Can Relate and Share Your Feelings.
- Practice Constructive Criticism, and Learn how To Respect Others.
- Find Hobbies and Passions that Excite You and Give You a Sense of Control/agency
- Educate Young Boys and Men on The Impact of Their Words
- Organize a Screening of The Film
- Practice Keeping an Open Mind and Being Supportive of Your Daughters
Newsletter / Social Media Toolkit
Social Media Caption
“words I Can’t Forget” Follows Multiple Women’s Experiences Being Criticized on Social Media and In Their Communities. Women Are Encouraged to Reflect on Their Own Stories and To Take Solace in The Stories of Others.
An All-Female Film created in The Girls’ Voices Now Film Program. Directed and Produced by Rising Seniors, Catalina Kennedy, Anabella Trujillo, Yaretzi Pineda, and Isabel Medina. Edited and Produced by Nancy Estrada.
