“This is the story of a girl...the day she remembered who she is, and the first time the world forgot to honor her... until now.”

                                                                                                                                                                                           — The Unforgetting

Hey, I’m Zola.

I’m just like you nervous about growing up, curious about what’s next, and learning how to be proud of who I am.

Want to see what happens when my family helps me celebrate something I thought I had to hide?”

Watch the Trailer

A story for every girl, everywhere.

About the Film

The Unforgetting is a short animated film that follows Zola, a young girl who believes she is facing the worst day of her life when she starts her first period at school. Through the support of her family, community, and a sacred rite of passage, she discovers that this moment is not an ending, but a powerful beginning. The film celebrates girlhood, honors menstrual rites long forgotten, and reclaims them as moments of pride, belonging, and joy.

Why This Story Matters

What to meet my family?

Meet Zola

What is the Flowroot Rite?

A modern rite of passage celebrating the first cycle.

Learn About Flowroot

Watch & Host

Be part of the story

Start a Screening Request