Isabella Grace Cohn

Watch You Rise elevates the voices of teens and young adult sexual assault survivors and perpetrators, intending to question the status quo, portray diverse communities, and discover solutions for how to transcend cycles of abuse. There are many obstacles to receiving accurate and wholesome information about sexual intimacy, consent, and violation when sex education in schools is shoddy and unstandardized. Additionally, we have largely been left out of adult-dominated conversations in the media. This film intends to shine a light on the nuances and complexities of these issues and bring about a culture of increased awareness and communication.

Watch You Rise is more than just a documentary; it’s a movement. This film is a poignant documentary that explores the harsh realities of sexual assault from the perspectives of youth and young people through powerful interviews featuring survivors, perpetrators, and experts. The film addresses the roots of sexual harm and highlights gaps in culture, education, and legal systems. Rooted in hope, the film creates space for youth-led change and calls for action from individuals, educators, policymakers, and communities. Watch You Rise looks bravely at this epidemic's severity while inviting young people to lead a path toward transformation.