Boulder International Film Festival: LIV (Work in Progress)

Liv is a millennial facing the relentless pressures of social media, teen depression and suicidal thoughts. Big sister Tess savors her closeness to Liv and their mutual love for singing and performing. Through her talent and outrageous humor, Liv’s unique gifts drive a timely and urgent story that needs to be shared. LIV takes us on a riveting journey through the raw emotions and deepest fears of a young life on the edge, and her sister’s desperate struggle to save her. Their story reveals the realities of the damage stigma and silence bring on a family, and the aftermath of suicide for the survivors who are left behind. From the filmmakers behind Keep On’ Keepin On’ and Quincy.

Directed by Alan Hicks

Produced by Paula DuPré Pesmen

Executive Produced by Bill Campbell, Amy Carpenter, Steve Carpenter and Alice Fiori

A panel discussion follows the film and includes: Paula DuPré Pesmen, Honey Beuf (Liv’s mom), sister Tess Kunik and Susan Caso, MA, LPC, Boulder Family Counseling, PLLC & Tech Advisor on LIV