Sometimes being responsible is a burden. A lopsided obligation. A lonely and thankless job. In the wonderfully animated short film Lighthouse, a grumpy lighthouse keeper makes sure that a safe little seaside town stays that way, by dutifully maintaining the beacon that shines above it.... Read full article
Responsibility encompasses a lot of inevitable territory: family, friends, job, and country. But should responsibility extend to forgiveness? Giving second chances? Seizing the moment before it’s lost forever?... Read full article
Responsibility sometimes presents itself in small packages with big challenges. In Mandy & Lester, two charming, quirky kids lead the way in showing us what real responsibility is about. No excuses. No hesitation. No giving up.... Read full article
Being responsible can be life-changing. Profound. Noble. And annoying. What are we supposed to do when a stranger says Excuse me, can you…Watch my things?... Read full article
We think we know ourselves. Know exactly how we’d act in certain situations where we’re called upon to do the right thing.
Transit upends our convictions and tosses some emotional chaos into a bumpy ride.... Read full article
A movie can be a powerful thing. Especially when it gets you thinking. Seeing things in a way you’ve never seen them before. Which is why, in the weeks and months to come, we’ll be bringing you a series of amazing short films here at ResponsibilityProject.com.... Read full article
Most of us think of ourselves as responsible. We do our work, pay our taxes, and lend a hand to a friend or neighbor when asked. But when—and how—do you decide to accept responsibility beyond the status quo? To step in and stop a fight. To come forward as a witness. To comfort someone else’s child, when it means you won’t be home to comfort your own.... Read full article