Advocating through film amidst the Digital Age
Advocating through film amidst the Digital Age
Source: The Signal
Date: 06/23/2026 4:26pm
Article Summary:
**Saugus Graduate Bardia Seiri Blends Advocacy and Filmmaking in New Short Film “Mama Sunshine”**
Eighteen-year-old Bardia Seiri is blending his passions for filmmaking and advocacy with his new short film, “Mama Sunshine,” which examines the contradiction of parents discouraging social media validation while seeking it themselves. The Saugus High graduate, who plans to study political science at UC Santa Barbara, co-wrote and is directing the film with longtime collaborator Ryan Harris, aiming to spotlight teen-focused social issues and submit the project to major film festivals later this year.
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Date: 06/23/2026 4:26pm
Article Summary:
**Saugus Graduate Bardia Seiri Blends Advocacy and Filmmaking in New Short Film “Mama Sunshine”**
Eighteen-year-old Bardia Seiri is blending his passions for filmmaking and advocacy with his new short film, “Mama Sunshine,” which examines the contradiction of parents discouraging social media validation while seeking it themselves. The Saugus High graduate, who plans to study political science at UC Santa Barbara, co-wrote and is directing the film with longtime collaborator Ryan Harris, aiming to spotlight teen-focused social issues and submit the project to major film festivals later this year.
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