On December 2, 2014, the Théâtre Liberté in Toulon hosted a special screening of the three awareness films against school bullying, directed by Amandine Stelletta.
The event was organized at the initiative of actor Charles Berling, director of the theater and now patron of United by schools, in partnership with the filmmaker.
The association’s delegation included Lenny Pamart, Rémi Bouix, Alexia Texier, Brian Clerc, Daniel Arnalis, and Maxime Albert.
The day began with a youth-focused session, bringing together more than 580 students for a debate alongside educators, principals, and parents.
Together with Charles Berling and Amandine Stelletta, actor Patrick Bruel and several specialists spoke with the students about the psychological and social consequences of school bullying.
In the afternoon, a screening and discussion for professionals — teachers, associations, and school administrators — offered a deeper reflection on the issue.
Experts such as Catherine Blaya, president of the International Observatory on Violence in Schools, reminded the audience that “one in four bullying victims attempts to take their own life.”
Bernard Mossé, representative of the Camp des Milles Foundation, drew parallels between the origins of bullying and the mechanisms of discrimination throughout history.
Testimonies from an educational advisor, a school nurse, and local associations deeply moved the audience.
The three short films by Amandine Stelletta, featuring performances by Patrick Bruel and Charles Berling, fully achieved their purpose: to break the silence and raise awareness among both students and adults.
“This is only the beginning,” concluded Charles Berling, calling for the collective effort to continue — to finally bring down the wall of silence.