quaranteen voices
youth discovering meaning through narrative film
In the summer of 2020, seven Lasallian high school students from across the country created films reflecting on their experiences inside the covid-19 pandemic.
their thoughts. their feelings. their words.
“Touching… Authentic… Wise. Each of these videos offers a glimpse of hope and a lesson to get through uncertainty.”
Tony Behan, teacher at De La Salle New Orleans
“These films are all about the teenage experience. We all lived through shelter-in-place differently and we all made use of the resources we had available to produce these videos. We took advantage of what we could control, and I like seeing how everyone adapted and overcame their circumstances.”
Mariana, student filmmaker at Christian Brothers Sacramento ‘21
“I was able to relate to all of the films, which really showed me that I’m not alone in my experience.”
Katie, student at Justin-Siena Napa ‘22
“At school, I was more quiet and not very open with my feelings. With filmmaking, I can get more personal and really express what I want to share.”
Briana, student filmmaker at La Salle Pasadena ‘20
Inspired by her favorite coming of age films, Annie opens an insightful window into her generation’s defining experience.
In this experimental film, Briana navigates the taunting of her phone and the whispers of nature to find her authentic voice.
In this cinematic documentary filmed from multiple perspectives, Jonas ventures outdoors to reconnect with the lessons of his Kairos retreat experience.
In a desolate Los Angeles nearing an apocalypse, a Senior in quarantine records video diaries to preserve his legacy for the next generation.
In a series of letters to Corona, Mariana shares her true feelings and reflects on lessons learned through love and loss.
In this vlog style mockumentary, an aspiring youtube personality attempts to make his family’s dysfunctional quarantine homelife compelling to audiences.