London. That his biological mother, on finding out he's alive, tries to reclaim him seems normal. (angrily) We worked too damn hard to give up now! You heard about the Pigs, right? Things are bad, to say the least. Hard to hear aint it. Ive also discovered the stages to complete craziness. Youre telling me Im going to be in piles and piles of student loan debt for the rest of my life so that the teacher who is supposed to be, thats right, teaching me chemistry, a key part of my future career can not feel like teaching! Thats just bizarre. She got calls for weeks after that praising my academic achievements. Like for example, theres that coloured pencil, which is a peach colour, that everyone calls skin colour. I was looking at myself in the mirror when my reflection started to waver. At that, I asked Haley to drive me back home because frankly, I could not handle one more mishap. I was on holiday with my family. All I wanted was to be open with you and become who I really am. The judge should have given them joint custody, allowing the child to be kept with the foster mother, but also allowing the biological mother visitation rights, perhaps babysitting him and taking care of him while the other mother is busy. Oh! Even my best friend wont talk to me anymore, the humiliation is probably too much for her. You couldnt set your pride aside for two hours? Can I stay here for a couple of days while I figure out what to do? The best seller of the year! Yay! But by the time ye return, who knows where me and me rainbow have buggered off ta. Welcome back to another day of online school. Mom and dad will be home soon. My hypothesis was proven correct. That maybe the world would be better off without me Now as I sit here next to your grave, I wonder will anyone miss me if I was gone? By: Lauren R., Texas, USA, Age 16 Description: A teen tells a friend about the worst day of her life. Best Friend? And I guess they are kind of coolfor ancient, mummified rock stars. They need you. He had you all fooled. Hahaha!! Erm well, if you can find it in your hearts respect your elders follow the-class dismissed! (Beat) What? You say it all the time. This was simply a scientific study. My magnificent, shining sources of love. Every single aspect of it. Sounds like a great guy. Don't do this to Isaiah. I would like to dedicate this concoction to my late wife, whom we all adored. First Place Winner! I never thought Id miss that. I think I was twelve. You have one job, ankle, one job: Stay. Well, I cant stay long. He has snooped on Terras open laptop at home and discovered Terras plans to escape to the pub with Tink and Cyn. Second Place Winner By: Jessie Stevenson, Age 13, California. I gave him a little call the other day. What luck! Hope you are all doing well. He killed my dog! I hope you realize that Faith brings nothing to the table when it comes to a musical. Well I guess I have to go write my stupidmonologue thing now. I mean, am I missing something here? (Looks behind him.) I literally get paid to beat up people like you. College is going alright so far, but I had a weird thing happen to me today. Third Place Winner! By: Jayden Buitt, Mississippi, USA, Age 14 Description: A teen has a conversation with a stranger on a plane. Sam, Angie, Luke and Tom piled in various sweaters, jackets and blankets are huddled together in a circle drinking beer. Maybe things would be different. By: Cecily W., New York, NY, Age 13 Gender: Female Genre: Dramatic Description: A young girl tells her mother that she doesnt want to be famous anymore. Some girls call me a sell-out, but theyre just totally jealous. Ill say it. Or just habit. There are stories in your songs. You know what, maybe Baby Erk isnt so bad? Id give anything just to be a regular kid. (pause) Yes, you heard that correctly. By: Sarah Catherine M., Madison, Alabama, USA; Age 12 Gender: Female Genre: Dramatic Description: A girls battle between darkness and light is abruptly interrupted by her mom. Genre: Comedic. But she waits for me to sit and beg, like some kind of dog. Do you want to get into college or not!? So, tomorrow, Ill be boarding the blimp and getting ready to collect a cloud sample with possible bacterial life, but not before saying goodbye to my cat. But hon-hon-honestly sometimes wish I wasnt famous! Most days they make me feel disgusting and ugly. I know she saw the end coming, but she kept folding. Oh, here. But other than that, its a great place to work. Everything is going as planned. And now I wish that I never had a dog in the first place. Yes, Im a genie. Wishing for those times when you came over and we became like sisters. Every time I want to go outside, I think about how the outside world is scary. Its time to grow up and live a life we dreamed about. Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal, "Losing Isaiah" stars Halle Berry as Khalia Richards, a drug addicted African American who abandons Isaiah, her newborn baby. Genre: Dramatic. But film will strongly affect everyone, especially those who tend to be politically correct. Who doesnt want to be like Elizabeth Bennet? The coldest its been. You recognize me. We were in and out SO quick and we got some good cash out of it. But I think they are rather nice against my fangs and surely, she would understand that. Really different. Lets just say copy and paste is the best thing ever created. I have five stitches. Im failing all of my classes and I drop out of school to become a sign spinner outside of KFC. I took a vow of charity, kindness and beauty. By: Astra Baker, Age 16, New York, USA Description: her wedding, a bride is in her head overthinking what forever would mean. Five minutes, thats all. Bye. This is exhausting. (Speaking to camera.) It is based on the novel of the same name by Seth Margolis. Choreographers, playwrights, dancers, actors. Im sorry did you just ask me why, because Im heading to the beach to relax. People are amazed that I remember so much about my mother, because the cancer took her when I was only five. Thou hate and terror to prosperity, So, I thought if I was skinny enough; I would be accepted, and people would actually like me. Not for losing this, you're okay, you lost nothing. Uh! I made a lot of new friends in Middle School, some that I still have all the way to now, in high school. I just couldnt take it anymore, you know? Yeah, Ill admit it. When I tried to make the yeast from the grapes, I accidentally created a special, powerful yeast a superyeast. The monsters who hide curled up in a beautiful skin. First I tried to tell dad, but he was asleep. I know! If you could just look up and see me for who I am: your staunchest supporter, your most faithful ally, your greatest resource. Kidnapping the Mayor? Hear me out. Sometimes I just wish for a normal life! I pretend Im flying for hours when Im up there. (Go into the correct on guard position.) That moment of silence was broken by the sound of more gunshots in the hall getting closer, and the boy I was sitting with grabbed my hand, and locked his ocean blue eyes with mine. She loves being held. In 1,000 simple steps, you will find the key to everlasting happiness. USA Gender: Female, but can be changed Genre: Comedic Description: A teen girl comes out to her family in a comedic way. I opened my eyes, only for the saltwater to flood them. You throw the ball, you catch the ball, you hit the ball. I remember seeing stars. Why cant they see me for who I am and not what I look like. Enough to provide drinking water to cities and villages for a year! Ive dealt with that stuff on my own. Brick Top : Of course, fucking of course. (Hysterical laughter) Sorry? Theyre a lot more boring than they sound. You need to know that there are more things I can do with this flute of mine. Someone special Well, its not actually a- (beat) Whats his name? Get out of bed and find a desk already! Hey parentals, siblings, comrades. My shoulder, my skin, my musclescompletely burned through. Use your head. I decided that was it, that was the last straw. Youre supposed to help her. Doesn't work for me. Two women who come together to give this child all the love that they can. Wooo everyone goes insane. I hurried to get out of the shop, and of course, I tripped and spilled the coffee all over the place. But I mean, lets be honest here. It is more of a spoken word piece than a monologue, so feel free to use creative movement, music, or multi-media in your performance. Todays my 21st birthday! By: Amira Reid, Age 16, Ontario, Canada Description: A teenager reaches out to God to get some answers about her recently dead friend. I, I claimed them all. Or went swimming my friends? (Jumps to feet.) A dozen, maybe? But the only time I feel happy and content is when Im on heroin, so I dont know if Im ever gonna get off it. Im going to take a rock from that mountain and bring it back here. What are you trying to do? Great! Deep breathe After I calmed down, I thought, never mind, it will still be my story, Ill just look a bit different. Seriously. Actually, in grade six I was voted most likely to end up working at Walmart, so who cares about skills when the people have spoken! Second Place Winner! Then there was the time I was sitting in a classroom facing the chalkboard. By: Tessa Lassinger, Age 15, Washington, USA Description: An overachieving teen boasts about her involvements and dreams. But its just not going to happen that way. Eventually, I repaired all my friendships, so nothing was lost on my reflections havoc. What did I expect would happen? Well I think its safe to assume that I have something to tell you all. my wife! 9 "That's for me to know and for you to dot dot dot." Via Pinterest. (Turns across) Look, Im gonna be honest. But some days you dont hear it. After you left, I never asked how your new friends were, or how your new school was because I didnt know what to say. That is the basic questions you ask your husbands parents, right? Never, ever touch Mr. Rupert. People also assume youre like 5 or 6 years younger than you are. So that is my story, and also the story of how we have the seasons. When they found out that I had bought the last ticket, things start getting interesting. I never intended to chew and steal the pacifier, I thought it was for me, a new gift! Crocs. Let me tell you exactly what happened. Genre: Dramatic. I know. I love you too, yeah; this has been fun. By: Mikala Southern, Georgia, USA, Age 12 Description: A student tells a story about how a daredevil stunt helped him become the coolest kid in school. Go find someone else you can trick into going all mushy and stupid only to have his heart torn out and smashed like a wine glass at a Jewish wedding. I dont have to be the best, I just need to do the best I can. No! I was not unfamiliar with traversing trenches walking back and forth as the pools of mud tried to swallow me whole. Now, Max is always in the living room at night, but I saw two glowing green eyes at the bottom of the bed near my feet. By: Carley B., Age 11, Ohio, USA Gender: Female Genre: Comedic Description: A teen girl has a frustrating day at the mall. Just a couple of words criticizing Chairman Mao, the leader of the Cultural Revolution, and she was gone. But it was your time. You tell him no and hope he gives up. You seriously just asked me how I feel about it? Not for President, I dont even think Im old enough for that. I was so dumb. When I was in school, if my name wasnt at the very top of the exam board, I would cry for the next two days. Mom. I am so lost. Come onAnd I disconnected from the lesson. Im sure youve heard about it from my previous teachers too. By: Lauren H., Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, Age 16 Gender: Female Genre: Comedic Description: A teen expresses the frustrations of being vertically challenged. great body like this from just stocking the shelves. Finally, no more feelings of fear and terror. Got arrested and ended up in a juvenile detention center. Everything is so tiny. The next thing you know, I found myself here, inside this chilly, dark, and ominous-looking structure. I wouldnt blame her either. Youve got the book, the film, the stage production and of course the merchandise. Thank you for your submission. Hey, what are you trying to do back there? thank you. Maybe we should let the greenhouse gas emissions just wipe me out. Okay, you can hear me? Second Place Winner! Have I tried it, you ask? He has completely taken over the family computer. Maybe next year it will be alright again. They say it is an addiction and that I am in denial. No one understands the daily struggles of being short. At first, I didnt know what to do. I couldnt focus on anything my teachers were saying, I was too busy thinking my plan through in my head. I just decided to leave and go to my car. My mom just bought it for me. Troll spit. I used all my strength to save her. It will be better if Im dead. Stuck like that forever. Losing Isaiah (6/9) Movie CLIP - I'm His Mother (1995) HD Upload, share, download and embed your videos. I killed my baby. Rule #5 If I make a mess, you clean it. I hated them. No late-night work, drunken moods, or angry fits could change you. I should probably tell you now, before you notice it. You take a deep breath, approach the troll, and ask for your pencil back. Her behaviour throughout the film is quite plausible and quite understandeable. Moment #1: Funeral of Marilyn Monroe August 8th, 1962 Opens with the funeral presenter. (shows hand and points to both ankles) No, I dont know why! /. Everyone laughed. With a mighty heave, I launch myself toward it, overpowering the dark being andand then I hear her. So now Im a big, blue blob! (to self) Im going to drop this phone in the toilet on accident when I get home. By: Jared Goudsmit, Age 18 Description: Dean goes full populist in his bid for Class President. Read critic reviews. I used to brag about being fearless, but I cant imagine what would have happened if I didnt get scared that day. Did I do something wrong? Question mark, Period, Semicolon, and all the rest of you, I know youre with me on this. by Codi Kern February 17, 2023. Genre: Dramatic. Youll have to live with that regret for the rest of your days. Third Place Winner! Its so helpless cant you see? None of my friends do! Why?! So much and I would do almost anything to get back to it all. You want us to not speak out on what it is you are doing to us because you want us to be the bad guys. I yelled at my sister to get in the basement, and for the first time, she listened to me. Theo James! They saw how it ended, how it ends for all of us, whats beautiful about that? I will strike at midnight, and they wont see it coming. What if Im horrible? Why did you have to bring home pizza? We talked about it. Othello says. This is real life, not a fairytale! I want to know why she did it, and why I was stupid enough to never suspect her. Yeah. And her whole story waswhatever you get it. Oh, thats right. And maybe I am, but Im not going to pretend Im normal anymore. I thought it would take longer for you to arrive. Your scientists will want to work with me on this. My mum and stepdad had left me. People can take one look at you, and make a judgement that lasts a lifetime. I thought he was just going to visit friends or maybe my grandma. Find someone else to rip their heart to shreds. (resumes pacing, etc.) I guess I will see you soon. Just, talking to people. Youll get your million dollars back in no time. And I need to point out that in no way did I encourage this. I never got any letter. Second Place Winner By: Mina T., New York, NY, Age 13 Gender: Female Genre: Dramatic Description: An elderly woman tells a young artist to pursue her dreams and shares the story of her broken dreams. Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal, "Losing Isaiah" stars Halle Berry as Khalia Richards, a drug addicted African American who abandons Isaiah, her newborn baby. - So he departed thence, and found [Nothing can be concluded from this word as to previous acquaintance] Elisha the son of Shaphat, who was ploughing [It was in the winter, consequently (Proverbs 20:4.See Condor, p. 328). Its like how would I explain this to a simpleton? Let's be clear on this one, this is a good film to watch. Its your first day of senior year and you still dont know what it is youre doing but you go with it anyway. Seeing all of the stars and constellations, finding an underground party filled with bright lights and happy faces, seeing the world from a different perspective than I see during the day. The point is that I am no longer the book nerd who dreams of being in every book they read, cries about fictional characters, only wants to do something because the strong female character did. (pause) You heard that, right? He said he still loved me, he just didnt want to be tied down anymore and mom, I respect that and were still friends. It describes people like me who dont identify as either a boy or a girl. I waded through the water, trying to keep from being pushed back by the rising waves. Second Place Winner By: Aamira Waheed; New York, New York, USA, Age 17 Gender:Any Genre:Dramatic Description:A teenager explains his/her reasons for being upset to a therapist. Jason! Thats what my mom says anyway. Thats when I became Norma Doherty. The first store of the day. I know. Because evidently with any of the three you can and will eventually go into the sea of death. All the water was drained away, and the gates were chained up. Third Place Winner! Only a little longer guys. My skin color, for some strange reason, is a threat to you? The original music score is composed by Mark Isham. Losing Isaiah Reviews. Your AMC Ticket Confirmation# can be found in your order confirmation email. See heres the thing. In New York I found love. Come back. Im just being there to ward off any girls who want to take my man. Look at Hanna. Excuse me Mr. Jacobs. A chin-dimple I was insecure about when I was younger. You and Papa, but Papa looked different now. Genre: Comedic-Dramatic. HERMIA. Listen up! Once you select Rent you'll have 14 days to start watching the movie and 48 hours to finish it. Plus, all the other things that you learn in school. Margaret Lewin: [sneering] "Black!" Well, unfortunately Ive tried that already and they didnt buy it. When I was 10, I was diagnosed with brain cancer and Ive been here ever since. You deserve more than a daughter like me. RUNNING HEAD: LOSING ISAIAH 1 LOSING ISAIAH FILM ANALYSIS Your name ENG 225 Your Instructor date LOSING ISAIAH FILM ANALYSIS The heart wrenching 1995 film Losing Isaiah is a well-directed well-acted film. But you cant tell anyone ok! You will see me and know my name!, First Place Winner! Clang! Were gonna play a lot of games again, like we used to. The brother who had never even played the lottery before that day! He interacts with so many girls, you never know who may be eyeing him. Oh, why did I even sign up for this class? Por qu sufrimos tanto? When I realized what had happened, I was bleeding from my arms, knees, knucklespretty much any exposed skin that you can imagine. Sometimes she would know when I had a bad day and would always make me feel better. Have you ever heard the phrase dont blink? You feel good by making other people feel good. 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