My Name Is 'A' by Anonymous

Overview

Directed and created by Shane Ryan, the movie was shot shortly after the events which inspired it (15 year old Alyssa Bustamante was convicted of killing her 9 year old neighbor, Elizabeth Olten). Compared to the likes of David Lynch, Larry Clark, Harmony Korine and John Cassavetes, the film dares the audience to watch it, confronting issues with kids and teenagers often sugar-coated by Hollywood. The movie tackles hard-hitting subjects like self mutilation by teen girls, bullying, rape, bulimia (showcasing the actual damage it does to a girl's body) and, of course, the murder.

Where to Watch

Director

Shane Ryan-Reid

Cast

Katie Marsh

Demi Baumann

Teona Dolnikova

Alexis Damianos

Kaliya Skye

Joseph Marsh

Sean Cain

Domiziano Arcangeli