this isn't philosophical (2021) 

"this isn't philosophical" pits two strangers in a mental battle for one of their lives; who is fifteen minutes away from attempting to kill himself.

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Film is intended as an informal PSA on how "to" and how "not to" interact with & treat suicidal friends, family, and even strangers. Inspired by suicide ideation training, certified consultation provided by Jamie Reid. Follows similar guidelines to "ALGEE," more on "ALGEE" here: tinyurl.com/w3efoyns

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A Barrel of Strangers Productions, LLC Production
Partnered with the Avery Burton Foundation

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Follow us on IG @barrelofstrangers
Company site: https://barrelofstrangers.mystrikingl... 
"this isn't philosophical" site: tinyurl.com/1m7cft5m

The Avery Burton Foundation provides Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for youth and adults assisting youth in crisis, as well as educational resources. More information at www.averyburtonfoundation.org
ABF Resources: https://averyburtonfoundation.org/res...
ABF IG @keepitrealmental

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Cast (in order of appearance)
Thomas - Samuel Frye
Manuel - Christopher Payne

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Crew
Director - Samuel Frye
Screenwriter - Samuel Frye
Screenwriting editor - Jamie Reid
Screenwriting consult - Jamie Reid
DOP - JT Faccone
Editors - Cristian Clas & Samuel Frye
Producers - JT Faccone, Samuel Frye, & Jamie Reid
Distribution Manager - Nick Gallo
Music - Samuel Frye & Tejas Jagdhari
Assistant camera - Jonathan Deans, Tejas Jagdhari
Grips - Jonathan Deans, Tejas Jagdhari, & Bri Johnson
Best person - Anna Kleinhanzl
Sound - Jonathan Deans & JT Faccone
Props-master - Samuel Frye
Costume designer - Samuel Frye
Hair & make-up - Samuel Frye

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Thank you to everyone who participated in the making of this film and for helping found and kickstart A Barrel of Strangers Productions, all while maintaining especially busy lives! (and kicking ass all the meanwhile!!)