Private Project

AFTER THE STORM

Award winning 11 minute 7 second documentary short film about one family's struggle with mental illness, how Ava ST.Pierre Cogburn's journey takes her from tragedy to triumph in hopes of encouraging people globally seek better mental healthcare.

  • Ava ST.Pierre Cogburn
    Director
  • Ava ST.Pierre Cogburn
    Writer
  • Sheree` Cogburn
    Writer
  • Ava ST.Pierre Cogburn
    Producer
  • Sheree` Cogburn
    Producer
  • Olivia
    Key Cast
    "Ava"
    OLIVIA WALCHER (Granddaughter) – Plays Ava, her grandmere` as a young girl in this film. She is the younger (9 years old) sister to “HayJack” and Sheree’s daughter. Olivia is academically number one in her class in math, in Honors Club, is a teacher’s pet due to being sweet (little do they know) and studious. She has won many awards in academics and community service. “Livie” is an outstanding athlete and loves sports and is a tomboy known to turn into a fashionista in the blink of her beautiful eyelashes. “Miss O” has a talent for choir (solo coming up) and drama. Olivia enjoys playing the keyboard, looks forward to her shopping sprees to “American Girl Doll” and picking out new fashions anywhere the car makes a stop.
  • Ava ST.Pierre
    Key Cast
    Prides herself in wearing hats of many colors. She is part of the cast and crew. She has never played the victim; through faith and courage, she found a better tomorrow. Her true-life story will inspire you to never give up hope. Ava is married to her high school sweetheart of almost forty years. She owns several family owned businesses with her husband and children. Including, Queen Be Productions. Ava is co-author of AFTER THE STORM with her daughter. She has acted since 1986. Appeared in the movie “Johnny Be Good” and 2013 TLC’s “Crown Chaser” Pilot, She has appeared in many commercials, print magazines, fashion, runway and was a Spokesmodel for L’Oreal Cosmetics. Ava has thirty years of experience in the skin care and cosmetic field. She is best known as Mrs. Texas America and has advocated since 1989 for better mental healthcare, prevent child abuse and helping the homeless. Because of her own personal story, Ava looks for opportunities to “Pay It Forward”. She lives nestled in the majestic Rocky Mountains of Colorado.
  • Rodney Cogburn
    Key Cast
    "Husband "
    Most of my career has been in Oil and Gas Exploration and Petroleum Processing. I am a self-motivated, hard-working, personable family man, with excellent communication, computer and organizational skills. I come from an upbringing in ranching and range management. I am fortunate to have been involved in research for both petroleum and polymer technologies. Rodney has appeared in Cabela’s “Instinct Outdoor” as an ultimate survival Guide. He is the CEO of our family’s outdoor adventure business based in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. I’m honored to be a part of this film project. It’s about giving back. As the saying goes, “A happy wife equals a happy life”. Celebrating forty years of marriage this Sept. with the woman of my dreams is spectacular. We are reaping the rewards of hard work in this phase of our lives.
  • Tucker
    Key Cast
    "Mark"
  • Sheree’ Cogburn
    Key Cast
  • Hayden
    Key Cast
  • Ella
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    11 minutes 7 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 16, 2019
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Shooting Format:
    digital, filming
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Ava ST.Pierre Cogburn

First time Director, Ava ST.Pierre Cogburn (Pictured with 9 year old granddaughter, Olivia in film) and coauthor (with daughter, Sheree`.

Ava never played victim; Using her voice as a tool to help others has become her mission. Ava is a mother of two, a grandmother of four and is married to her high school sweetheart. She lives nestled in the majestic Rocky Mountains of Colorado.

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Director Statement

Mental illness, child abuse and life struggles are global events that happen all over the world. Together, we can make a difference in bringing greater awareness to these platforms by championing a voice and not staying silent. By doing so, we show nobody is alone. There is help by sharing and erasing the stigma.

*This film is based on Ava's autobiography, AFTER THE STORM - Breaking The Cycle With Conviction, Connection And Compassion.