A Cunningham Sisters Production Presents
Some truths demand to be told.
Discover the Story"If we don't stand up for the children... then we don't stand up for much."Marian W. Edelman
Resilience is a gritty, unflinching drama that exposes the systemic abuse within unregulated teen residential treatment programs.
Inspired by real events, this non-profit narrative feature follows young people trapped in an industry that has operated in shadows for too long. Their stories of survival and courage shine light on practices that demand immediate reform.
Kenna began her journey at age 16 through The Film Institute apprenticeship, progressing from assistant directing to line producing. With credits spanning Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and National Geographic, Resilience marks her powerful directorial debut.
Trained at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts and Rose Bruford College, Madi Grace brings theatrical depth to her first feature screenplay. Her experience with Amazon, Sony, and Capitol Records infuses Resilience with authentic emotional power.
20+ years with Fox, Disney, ABC. Founded Global Virtual Studios.
Co-founder NEO Art & Logic. 30+ feature films.
Writer, Batman Forever. USC Professor.
Writer, Batman Forever & Pompeii.
Every dollar creates impact beyond the screen.
Funds initiatives to regulate troubled teen institutions and protect vulnerable youth.
Creates more advocacy films that expose injustice and drive systemic change.
Tax-deductible through The Film Institute 501(c)(3)
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