Independent Lens (1999)

Episode Overview

In this poignant autobiographical journey, journalist and filmmaker Jasmin Mara López from New Orleans candidly recounts her healing journey from childhood sexual abuse. After revealing to her family that her grandfather had abused her, Jasmin empowers others to share their own stories, challenging the pervasive culture of silence surrounding generational trauma. Her narrative serves as both a personal testament and a call to action for those affected by similar experiences.