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2018119 min16documentary

3.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Family Dynamics

Angie

2018119 min16documentary

3.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Three siblings confront the trauma of sexual abuse from their childhood at Centrepoint, sharing their experiences in a candid narrative.

Family Dynamics

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Three siblings confront the trauma of sexual abuse from their childhood at Centrepoint, sharing their experiences in a candid narrative.

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Costa Botes

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Angie Meiklejohn recounts her experiences as a survivor of Centrepoint in New Zealand. Alongside her siblings, she discusses the lasting effects of sexual abuse on their lives and family dynamics. Directed by Costa Botes, the film presents their personal stories without sensationalism. The Meiklejohn siblings reflect on their trauma and the process of healing. Their narratives aim to encourage conversations about abuse and its impact on individuals and families.

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