Could've
Could've is a poetic personal documentary investigating the decision of a young woman. The film explores the challenges of managing contradictory emotions of grief, guilt, selfishness, growing up, and what could've been.
Created by: Timothy Friend and Sophie Gould
DOCUMENTARY (Poetic/Personal) - 2023
PRAISE:
"Could've was hands down one of the best films at Conn. As someone who got an abortion, it made me feel less alone when remembering that process . . . This film makes me proud to be a woman. Makes me proud that our voices matter and we have a space." – Anonymous Connecticut College Student
View Here: https://youtu.be/hTousuC9N00
AWARDS / RANKINGS:
Miami 4 Social Change Youth Film Festival - Florida, USA - 2025 - Honorable Mention
Cayuga Film Festival - New York, USA - 2024 - Best College Short Documentary (Winner)
British University International Students Film Festival - Cairo, Egypt - 2024 - Finalist
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Student Video Contest New York, USA - 2024 - Honorable Mention
Gothamite Monthly Film Awards - New York, USA - 2024 - Best Student Documentary (Winner)
American Golden Picture International Film Festival - Florida, USA - Best Student Film (Honorable Mention)
OFFICIAL SELECTIONS:
FESTCESAG: Festival International Universitario De Documental Social - Illes Balears, Spain - 2024
The Chico Independent Film Festival - California, USA - 2024
Duemila30 - Milan, Italy - 2024
Lift-Off Global Network Sessions - South East, England - 2024
