Watch Just Yell Fire

  • 2006
  • 45 min
  • 8.5  (12)

Just Yell Fire is a gripping drama movie from 2006 that centers around the story of a teenage girl named Dallas Jessup, who is determined to empower young girls to defend themselves against sexual predators. The film is directed by David C. Willis and stars Josh Holloway, Dallas Jessup, Catherine Wehage, and Brian Martinek. The film begins with a group of girls looking forward to their high school years, filled with the joys of academia, sports, and extracurricular activities. However, their world is soon turned upside down when a vicious attack on a fellow student shocks them into taking action. Dallas Jessup, one of the students, is particularly moved, and she is determined to do something about it.

At first, Dallas is frustrated with the lack of resources available to women who are being abused, physically, mentally, or sexually. She soon realizes that she herself can become the change that she wants to see in her community. So, Dallas combines her passion for martial arts with her leadership skills to create a self-defense program for teenage girls.

Dallas sees that young girls do not have the chance to defend themselves against attackers in a vulnerable situation. From here, she goes on to form a group of volunteers who help her spread the word about the program. Together, they create an awareness campaign that they call Just Yell Fire.

Just Yell Fire teaches teenage girls how to identify and avoid risky situations, and how to use verbal and physical skills to defend themselves in case of an attack. The program is designed to take girls through various scenarios and situations, so they become equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to keep themselves safe.

The program quickly gains nationwide recognition, and Dallas is invited to speak at various events, including at the White House. Meanwhile, the local authorities take note and begin to incorporate the Just Yell Fire program into their school curriculums, greatly benefiting girls in the community.

Just Yell Fire is not just about self-defense; it’s about gaining confidence and learning how to fight back. The program aims to challenge the damsel in distress narrative and empower young women to take control of their lives. The movie is a testament to how one person can make a difference and how young girls should not be helpless in dangerous situations.

The movie is well thought out and the plot is compelling. It’s not only informative but also dramatic, and the cast is superb. Josh Holloway, who plays Dallas’s father, is brilliant in his role, and so is Dallas Jessup, who plays herself. Catherine Wehage and Brian Martinek, who play Dallas’s friends, also have a commanding presence on screen.

Overall, Just Yell Fire is a great movie that every young girl and woman should watch. It teaches girls to take control of their lives and to not be victims. It spreads the message that every girl should have the right to protect themselves and to be confident in their abilities to do so. This powerful and thought-provoking film will leave you feeling inspired and ready to take on the world.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2006
  • Runtime
    45 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.5  (12)