Anxiety

and me

a comedic short film

When her humanized version of Anxiety invites her crush over behind her back, a young girl decides to trap her true emotions inside causing chaos inside and outside her mind,

Charlotte Brown is always doing her best to live in her bubble. An ​apartment on her own, decent grades, and diving into the various ​fantasies of the worlds in her books late at night. However, she ​can’t seem to grasp the world of real-life emotions, in her ​case...literally with the imagined (almost as if it was real) version ​of anxiety.

Charlotte’s somewhat false sense of reality comes to a halt when ​Anxiety offers tutoring to Charlotte’s lab crush, Andrew. Now she ​must figure out how to hide her anxiety (and what she considers ​the worst parts of herself) to get the chance to be with her crush.

she/her

Tatyana Marie

director/Writer

Tatyana Marie is your multimedia dream girl—a self-claimed title ​for a girl who can do it all. Integrated into the world of film and ​marketing, Tatyana champions and has been a part of every piece ​of the filmmaking process and media world. From producing ​television news on the coast to creating short-form content for ​various brands including PBS and UNC Wilmington. she brings a ​refreshing twist of experience and knowledge to the table.

Hailing from Connecticut, Tatyana has always had her hands on ​camera, telling stories and making content for her friends and ​family to share. After graduating with a BA in Film Studies from ​UNC Wilmington, Tatyana continues to create through her work in ​public media and outside of her job through personal projects.

she/her

Jacqueline D. Mangrum

director of photography

Jacqueline D. Mangrum is a skilled Cinematographer hailing from Charlotte, NC. She ​possesses a rich background in visual storytelling, transitioning from her origins as a ​photographer, and over the past three years, she has dedicated herself to refining ​her skills in filmmaking. Armed with a B.A. in Film Studies from the University of ​North Carolina Wilmington, Jacqueline applies her extensive knowledge of film and ​film analysis, with a particular emphasis on French Cinema, to elevate her own ​oeuvre. Driven by a passion for the Surrealist Movement and Experimental Cinema, ​Jacqueline's work is characterized by a dreamy, symmetrical aesthetic.

Her films not only captivate visually but delve into themes of women's ​empowerment, reflecting the intricate struggles faced by women. Jacqueline's ​commitment to meaningful storytelling and pushing creative boundaries stands as a ​testament to her artistic journey. As she continues to offer audiences a captivating ​glimpse into her imaginative world, Jacqueline looks forward to furthering her ​contributions and collaborations in the world of filmmaking as a Cinematographer.

Morgan Edwards

Producer

Originally from Hickory, NC, Morgan ​currently lives in Charlotte and graduated ​from UNC Wilmington's Film Studies ​program. She works for the films team at a ​television network where she learns more ​about all phases of the production process. ​While her main focus is producing, she also ​enjoys reading scripts and learning about ​film history. In her downtime, Morgan loves ​to cook her Nana's recipes, read, try new ​restaurants, and listen to any music from ​the 70s.

Interested in joining the crew,

email us

anxietyandmefilm@gmail.com