Consensual

Consensual breaks asks the audience to imagine a world where normalised sexual violence is eradicated and presents new path that centres on enthusiastic consent and healthy intimacy.

When Chanel blasted into the zeitgeist with her viral social media post and petition, she got us thinking of my teenage years. We could not believe that not much had changed. The statistic that one in five women have experienced sexual assault has been undeviating since my youth – how could nothing have changed in all those years? We are making this film because we care about women’s safety and because we love and care for men. The status quo doesn’t work for men or women. This is why our film will also have key collaborators and a brain trust that includes men. It is imperative that we work together to create a convincing message that will be heard. We are not interested in making an ambulance chaser film that wallows in the shadows, even though we won’t shy away from the issue at hand. But Chanel, this story, and this new movement offer solutions that engage and transform. We are imagining a world where normalised sexual violence is eradicated and invite you along for the ride.

Our primary impact partner is Teach Us Consent. Led by Chanel Contos, Teach Us Consent (TUC) is a not-for-profit organisation on a mission to eradicate normalised sexual violence. TUC puts consent, empathy and respect at the heart of sex education.
TUC works in four key areas:
Education Reform
Early intervention
Media & Advocacy
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As the film progresses, we will develop the impact strategy in partnership with Chanel Contos and the Teach Us Consent team.

Consensual has the potential to reach across a board age range and demographics. The style, tone and visibility of Chanel Contos will encourage viewing from the elusive 16-34 women and men (skewing female). However, there will be much appeal for older audiences 45+, many of whom are on a learning curve in regards to consent but also have a vested interest in being the parents of youth in the midst of lived experience.
We are also seeking partnerships with other individuals and organisations working in this space from a male perspective, such as Tomorrow Man. Tomorrow Man works to disrupt stereotypes and reinvent masculinity.

TBC