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After today's screening

For Families

Your child watched a film today about a young man named Jesse, and about what his father did afterward.

They may want to talk about it. They may not want to for a week. Both are normal.

If they bring it up

Listen more than you talk. You don't need the right words. "That sounds hard, tell me more" is enough, and it's usually better than advice.

If they don't

You can open the door without pushing. "I heard you watched something at school. What did you make of it?" Then let the answer be short if it's short.

What the film asks for

Something small and repeatable. Notice when someone seems off. Ask. Ask twice, because the first answer is usually "I'm fine."

About the film

Buddy Check for Jesse is a 29-minute documentary. It talks about suicide. It does not show it, and it does not describe how.

If you're worried

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Buddy Check for Jesse · A film by Michael Anthony buddycheckfilm.com · The program: buddycheckforjesse.com