All Falls Down (DVD) (Gr. 7-12)

All Falls Down (DVD)
  

• Written by the winner of a biennial writing contest for teens, who partnered with one of Hollywood’s finest filmmakers to create a realistic, powerful story about sexual health issues   
• Complete package includes the movie, extended behind-the-scenes footage of students and professional filmmakers working together, and a detailed lesson plan developed by a health professional and designed to spark classroom discussion   
• Directed by David Koepp, writer for Spider-Man   
• Follows 3 best girlfriends who encounter a group of boys, resulting in relationships forming, decisions being made and each person being challenged to figure out who they are and what they want from a relationship   
• Addresses decision-making by looking at the influences of friendship, communication, peer pressure, substance abuse and self-esteem   
• Created with extensive input from health experts to insure that the message is accurate and positive, not fear-based   
• Engages youth with authentic dialogue, current music and excellent production values   
• Recommended by Advocates for Youth, American Library Association, Healthy Teen Network, The Safe Schools Coalition and many other organizations   
• Length: 13 minutes