Just Like You – Facial Anomalies is a Mid-American Emmy Nominated and Oscar qualified documentary that follows four children living with facial anomalies as they share what it’s really like to navigate the world—socially, emotionally, and physically—when you look different.
Through honest, age-appropriate storytelling, Annalise Jamison, Billy Eckles, Luke Lori, and Winston Bertrand speak directly about living with conditions such as facial paralysis and lymphangioma. Joined by their closest friends, they share real moments of curiosity, misunderstanding, courage, and connection—offering insight that only kids living these experiences can provide.
The film helps viewers better understand the challenges children with facial anomalies face at school, in social settings, and in everyday life. It is designed to reduce fear, build empathy, and create space for more compassionate conversations among peers, educators, healthcare providers, and families.
What began as a single project quickly demonstrated its impact. With guidance from award-winning journalist Hannah Storm and leading medical experts, including Dr. Bill Magee of Operation Smile, Dr. Teresa O, and Dr. Milton Waner, the film became part of a growing body of work dedicated to fostering understanding, inclusion, and empathy through storytelling.
WHO IS THIS FILM FOR
This film is often used by:
• Schools and educators fostering inclusive learning environments
• Youth programs and community organizations
• Workplaces building empathy, belonging, and stronger team culture
• Healthcare systems and patient-support teams
• Families and individuals seeking to model compassion and understanding
INTERESTED IN GOING FURTHER?
Many viewers want to do more after watching—whether that’s starting a conversation, supporting a group, or bringing this story into a classroom, healthcare setting, workplace, or nonprofit organization.
The Empathy Engine™, created by Just Like You Films, builds on films like this by pairing storytelling with guided conversation and action. It is designed for group experiences that help people move from understanding to meaningful change.
If you’re interested in using this film in a group or organizational setting, we’d love to connect.
Learn more about the Empathy Engine™ →
COPYRIGHT AND USAGE NOTICE
© Just Like You Films. All rights reserved.
This film is licensed for individual, personal viewing only.
Public screenings, classroom use, workplace showings, community events, or any form of group viewing are not permitted under this license.
For educational, organizational, or institutional use—including screenings, facilitated discussions, or extended access—please contact Just Like You Films directly.