Movies have an incredible power to raise awareness about tough topics, and some films tackle the harsh realities of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. These stories can be difficult to watch, but they’re essential for fostering understanding and empathy. We encourage all those who are interested in learning more about domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse to watch to seek out ways to expand their knowledge, and film/television can be a great method, but we also want you to know self-care is important! These shows/films can often be triggering, so we encourage you to take breaks when you need them and to be sure you're in the right mind-space before starting them.
Here are a few films we recommend and think are worth discussing:
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