Catapult Films

A few years ago, I wrote and published a story called The Man Who Was Different, as a reminder that we should be proud of our differences, no matter who we are or what we look or sound like.

Since then, the story has been successfully piloted in a few schools, initiating lots of positive conversations about self-belief, diversity and how to combat peer pressure. My aim is to help more children better understand and express themselves and be sure of their place in today’s diverse, multicultural society.

Encouraged by several head teachers, I am creating a short film version of the story so that more conversations might happen inside and outside the classroom.

So, to all my friends on here, here goes...

To help fund the short animated film production and to enable me to then give away the film and other creative resources to schools and disadvantaged communities free of charge, I have set up a Crowdfunder project.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-man-who-was-different

Any support would be wonderful, even if you just share my message and the link among your friends, contacts, schools and businesses. There are rewards, of course: even a small donation of £25 ensures your name in The Man Who Was Different film credits!

Many thanks, Mark

The Man Who Was Different short film A short film highlighting the importance of being yourself. To inspire today’s youth, it will be shared with all UK schools free of charge.