Pariah: A Closer Look | 2011 Categories: Arts & Culture, Online Exclusive, Youth
In The Life Media spotlights Pariah, a Focus Features release, one of the first mainstream coming-of-age films to feature an African-American, lesbian protagonist. It follows 17-year-old Alike (Adepero Oduye) as she discovers her sexuality and identity while struggling with the sense that she doesn't belong.
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Pariah: Share Your Story
SHARE YOUR STORY with writer and director Dee Rees. Rees's acclaimed coming-of-age film Pariah was inspired by her own struggle to come out and express her true self despite the relentless bullying she experienced as a teenager. Post a video response to help inspire others with a personal story of your own. Rees will select videos to feature on the Pariah Facebook page and official website.