Concept by Monica Zinn
Design by Connor Gillette
Special Thanks to Allie Haines
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Artwork by Zach Stahl
Graphic Design by Connor Gillette
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Human beings are the most compelling, interesting and inspiring subjects. What I thought was an obsession with stories and storytelling actually turned out to be an insatiable desire to communicate with people.
I was drawn to the subject of eating disorders because I was reaching out to my friend. I am drawn to self harm because I see self harm in all of us, especially prevalent in some. I believe it's something we can help if we are willing to talk about the subject and be OK with being uncomfortable with it.
The point of art is to give life meaning, and I believe that when you are in the process of discovering and sharing meaning and purpose, things will get a bit uncomfortable.
This movie isn't just research, it's a chance to reach out to our hurting brothers and sisters and say "I'm here to listen. I will embrace you."
If you or anyone you know self harms, or are an expert on self injury and would like to contact me please do so in the "Contact Me" tab. You can contact me anonymously if you would like. Also, I realize talking about the issue can be triggering, here is a resource for anyone who is seeking help for their self injury. www.selfinjury.com
I was drawn to the subject of eating disorders because I was reaching out to my friend. I am drawn to self harm because I see self harm in all of us, especially prevalent in some. I believe it's something we can help if we are willing to talk about the subject and be OK with being uncomfortable with it.
The point of art is to give life meaning, and I believe that when you are in the process of discovering and sharing meaning and purpose, things will get a bit uncomfortable.
This movie isn't just research, it's a chance to reach out to our hurting brothers and sisters and say "I'm here to listen. I will embrace you."
If you or anyone you know self harms, or are an expert on self injury and would like to contact me please do so in the "Contact Me" tab. You can contact me anonymously if you would like. Also, I realize talking about the issue can be triggering, here is a resource for anyone who is seeking help for their self injury. www.selfinjury.com
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"Self Injury and Siblings" focuses on the effects self injury can have on a family.
Shot by Lauren and Grace Kristin Music by Orla Conway Edited by Monica Zinn "June" focuses on how the mental healthcare system is failing our youth.
Shot by Lauren Kristin Starring June Music by Eric Taft Edited by Monica Zinn "Meet Lauren Kristin"
Focuses on Self Inflicted's very own Director of Photography - Lauren Kristin Shot by Lauren Kristin Edited by Monica Zinn Music by Orla Conway |
Film Crew: Monica Zinn, Lauren Kristin, Megan Zinn, Brian Rose, Michael Potter, Natalie Luti
Campaign Team: Connor Gillette, Allie Haines, Sean Grey, Terry Kristin, Taylor Reardon, Catherine Rippetoe Artists: Connor Gillette, Lauren Kristin, Orla Conway, Eric Taft, Zach Stahl 
Photo from interview on 3/8/13
Director Monica Zinn with Production Assistant Natalie Luti
Photo - Jeffrey MacMillian for the Washington Post 3/8/13
Photos from interview on 11/21/12 Photos taken by Megan Zinn
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