Opening Up

Group therapy has its challenges

About the Film

In an evening support group, tensions mount as a newcomer in a protective radiation suit forces the group to confront their biases and explore the depth beyond the surface.

Awards

  • Denton Black Film Festival (2025) - Runner Up, Best Texas Narrative Short

  • WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival (2024) - Gold Remi Award Winner, Comedy Short

  • Waco Independent Film Festival (2024)

Cast and Crew

Writer/ Director: Paris Brown (IMDB)

Producers:

  • Heather McKinney (IMDB)

Director of Photography: Paris Brown

Editor: Paris Brown

Cast:

  • Nyla Weathersby as Andre

  • Jade Smith as Desiree

  • Erin Harper as Alice (Group Lead)

  • Todd Anderton as Glenn

  • Chelsea Gomez as Shyanne

  • Kristin Sutton as Cassandra

    Colorist and Visual Effects: Paris Brown
    Director of Photography: Ryan Jones
    Composer and Sound Mixer: Andrew Manson
    Sound Recordist: Ben Smith
    Props and Costumes: Nancy McKinney