“A Bladed Mind” Written by: Rico Ramos Director: Tian Liu

"A Bladed Mind"

A powerful and inspiring film that tells the story of a single mother who overcomes abuse, fear, and trauma to create a better life for herself and her daughter. Set in the Philippines and San Francisco, the film follows the journey of a woman who discovers her own strength and resilience through the challenges she faces.

The film begins with our protagonist, a single mother who is in an abusive relationship with her boyfriend. She finds out that she is carrying a baby with Down syndrome, whom she hides from her abusive partner, knowing that he will never accept a child that is different. Fearing for her child's safety, she decides to run away and start a new life. As she begins her journey, she meets people who help people with disabilities and is inspired to create her own program for kids with Down syndrome and autism, inspired by her daughter. Through this work, she finds purpose and meaning in her life, and begins to heal from the trauma of her past.

To further empower herself and face her fear in case her abuser finds her and her child, she starts training in Filipino martial arts. Through this training, she gains confidence and strength, and learns to protect herself and her child. However, her past catches up with her when her abuser finds her through an interview on TV talking about her organization that helps people with disabilities. He shows up for revenge and to take his daughter back, but is shocked to find out the child has Down syndrome and is in denial and in rage. He tries to attack the mom again, but he finds out she is not the same person that he used to abuse and traumatize.

Throughout the film, we see the power of inclusiveness and the importance of real organizations that help people like her. We see the strength and resilience of a single mother who overcomes abuse and trauma to create a better life for herself and her child. We see the power of community and the importance of supporting those who are different. "A Bladed Mind" is a film that will inspire and empower audiences, showcasing the strength and resilience of the human spirit. It is a story of hope, healing, and the power of love to overcome even the most difficult challenges.