Film School Shorts

Beyond Her Years

Passport Season 6 Episode 609 | 26m 5s

In 'Young Adult', a teen at a summer camp for disabled youth attempts to express her sexuality. In 'Let's Be Gentle' a woman and her daughter prepare for an unwelcome reunion. 'The Scar' offers a moody meditation on coming of age.

Aired: 04/30/19

Rating: TV-PG

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