About 'Through Our Eyes'

"Through Our Eyes" is a poignant and compelling docuseries released in 2021 by Sesame Workshop. It brings insight into some of the most pressing social issues of our times, including parental incarceration, climate displacement, military caregiving, and homelessness - all through the lens of children directly impacted by these experiences. The series, rated TV-PG, calls attention to their struggles and resilience, offering an unforgettable view into their lives as they share their thoughts, fears, dreams, and hopes.

Making / Production

Under the production of Sesame Workshop, known for creating thought-provoking and socially significant content, "Through Our Eyes" offers an authentic narrative, presenting firsthand perspectives uniquely through children's eyes. Using a creative amalgamation of interviews, immersive footage, and personal narratives, the series succeeds in painting a vivid image of the children's experiences.

Actors

• The children featured in "Through Our Eyes" are not actors in the traditional sense. Instead, they are real children sharing their genuine experiences. Their roles are essentially themselves, and they play them with a raw and unfettered honesty that is deeply moving and powerful.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is a non-fiction documentary that features real-life experiences and thus, there are no scripted roles.
• "Through Our Eyes" is produced by Sesame Workshop, the non-profit organization behind globally beloved children's program "Sesame Street".

Quotes

• Sadly, as the series borrows from real-life experiences of children, quotes from the series can't be provided without infringing on confidentiality and authenticity of the series.

Music, Soundtrack

• The series does not heavily rely on a musical soundtrack. Instead, it uses ambient sounds and subtle music cues to enhance the storytelling.