Listen. Look. Stop. Animation Story | Performance Task Empathy Through Screens

Описание: For English and Reading Month PETA competition ♡

I had a lot of fun making this, thank you for the opportunity!!!

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NARRATIVE SUMMARY:
In the animatic this narrative explores the cultural tension between personal identity and public perception in the digital age, particularly for creators navigating online spaces while embracing their heritage. The protagonist, a Filipino streamer, faces criticism for how she expresses her identity, especially her imperfect fluency in Tagalog and her unique way of representing Filipino culture. The story addresses the pressure to conform to rigid cultural expectations and the emotional toll of online scrutiny, especially for diasporic or multicultural individuals who may not fit traditional molds.

Through a three-part journey: Listen, Look, Stop. She reclaims her voice and sets boundaries. In Chapter 1: Listen, she learns to pause before reacting to negativity, recognizing that not every comment deserves her energy. This marks a shift from seeking validation to practicing self-preservation. In Chapter 2: Look, she reflects on her values and sets clear community guidelines, creating a safe, respectful space for herself and her audience. She acknowledges her linguistic limitations with grace, affirming that confidence and knowledge, not perfection, defines her communication. At the finale Chapter 3: Stop, she embraces her roots and vulnerability, affirming her Filipino identity on her own terms. She models empathy, self-awareness, and cultural pride, showing that authenticity is more powerful than conformity or a performative persona.

Key Message:
Identity is not something owed to strangers or defined by rigid standards. Believing in yourself and knowing your values without requiring validation from others. Especially in multicultural and digital contexts, cultural expression is personal, evolving, and valid in all its forms. By listening, observing, and pausing to reflect, we can reclaim our narratives, set boundaries, and build communities rooted in respect and love. There is no one way to be Filipino or to be yourself!

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CREDITS:

Music:
Prologue & Outro ♡    • Winter (The Wind Can Be Still) from "Stard...  
Chapter 1 to Chapter 3 ♡    • Gracie Abrams - I Love You, I'm Sorry  

Apps used:
♡ IbisPaint X (Animation/Sketches)
♡ Canva (Video/Subtitles)

Inspiration/References:
♡ My house and me (Backgrounds/Model)
♡ Roblox (Backgrounds)
♡ Pinterest (Model/Etc.)
♡ VroidStudio (Model/Poses)