Shifting the Lens: Real Film, Real Talk

Shifting the Lens: Real Film, Real Talk

The Ent Center at UCCS and the Youth Documentary Academy present a transformative day of film and conversation exploring mental health topics, including breaking barriers, intergenerational trauma, and navigating the challenges of isolation.

Curated by the UCCS Social Work Club, this event features two screening blocks, each showcasing a unique lineup of films that explore similar themes from different perspectives. Attendees are welcome to join one block or stay for both, but registration is required for each block. The afternoon block introduces one set of compelling short documentaries, while the evening block presents another. Both blocks are followed by engaging discussion panels with the filmmakers, faculty from the School of Social Work, and moderated by the director of the Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership and our Pikes Peak Poet Laureate.

The dialogue will continue in the Garden of Imagination, an immersive psychedelic nature experience located in the Gallery of Contemporary Art. This unique setting fosters intimate reflection, offering a serene space to deepen the conversations sparked by the films. This event transcends typical film screenings, creating a profound sense of connection through shared experiences and intergenerational dialogue.