September – a Female-Led Film on Education & Period Poverty
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We’re raising funds for "September," an intimate yet urgent short film exploring the realities of students like Tamsin, whose future is shaped by a system that doesn’t support her, and Ms. Platt, a teacher learning what it means to be powerless in the face of inequality.
“ A 14 year old girl is in trouble at school. There’s one teacher who can get through to her and with her help, the girl begins to engage. However, the rules mean all, or nothing. It’s only when it’s too late that she understands conforming is all that will save her. Set in one classroom, over an academic year, we watch the story pass by. ”
Told entirely within a single classroom, the film unfolds over a school year as these two unlikely figures build an unspoken bond. Tamsin is defiant, struggling to conform, while Ms. Platt tries—and ultimately fails—to shield her from the harsh realities of an education system that lets students like her slip through the cracks. When Tamsin is caught taking period products from Ms. Platt’s bag, she’s expelled—another student lost to a system designed without her in mind.
Why This Story Matters
- 1 in 10 girls in the UK can't afford period products, leading to missed school days and academic setbacks (Plan International UK).
- Schools are meant to uplift students, yet too many fall through the cracks, unseen and unheard.
- The student-teacher dynamic is both powerful and fragile—what happens when kindness isn’t enough?
"September" isn’t just a film—it’s a mirror reflecting the harsh truths of our education system. Told with raw honesty and deep humanity, it will spark urgent conversations about poverty, privilege, and the barriers that keep young people from thriving.
Meet the Team
- Niamh Lynch (Director) – A bold storyteller, with a background in music videos and commercials, committed to bringing underrepresented experiences to the screen.
- Em Morgan (Producer) – A seasoned production professional making her narrative producing debut, passionate about stories that demand to be told.
Be Part of This Film’s Journey
Your donation isn’t just supporting a film—it’s fueling a movement. With your help, "September" can ignite real conversations about education, poverty, and period equity. Supporters will receive a credit in the film as thanks for supporting the production.
Where Your Donations Go
- Production – Equipment, crew, and location costs.
- Casting – Finding actors who can bring authenticity and heart to these roles.
- Set & Costume Design – Creating a realistic, lived-in classroom environment.
- Post-Production – Editing, sound design, and festival submissions to amplify our message.
Donate today and help us bring this story to life. Together, let’s make "September" a film that sparks change.
Organizer
Em Morgan
Organizer
England