"When I first heard about this young boy's story, I was crushed. I can't believe people are so cold. I have this assignment to do in Sociology class, it's about prejudice and discriminations. And one of the topics is Gay/Lesbians. I would love to share Jim's story. It would definitely open the eyes of some of the kids at my school. I, myself am not gay, but I have friends who struggle with coming out of the closest. I have full support for them, and all gays. Everyone needs to share love, who cares who it's with."

"We showed this movie at our queer youth support group, Positive Images. It was such a moving film. I think everyone left feeling touched. Thank you for making this incredible, heartfelt movie!"

"I saw this powerful movie today with some sadness, when I saw what Jim encountered. Some of the treatment he received reminded me of my college years and the treatment I received for being perceived as being gay. This was years before my even realizing I was gay, let alone coming out. It can be a cruel world when people are PERCEIVED as being inferior because of their differences instead of being embraced for who they are. I only wish Jim had lived to triumph over all this. He certainly was a talented young man. Through the brave work of YGA his death will not go in vain, as they travel the country talking to, and affirming, that gay youth are 'OKAY!' Well done guys and keep up the great work. Jim, may you rest in peace knowing you're okay too, and in fact always were!"

"I am a public high school English teacher, and had shown JIM IN BOLD to my Freshman and Sophomore classes last year. Their reactions to the movie were respectful and sometimes emotional. While homosexuality is still a less discussed issue amongst high school youth (at least at my school), it was evident that many of my students have gay and lesbian friends, and are--some of them--coming to terms with their own sexuality. Being probably the most ethnically diverse school in the nation, I indicated that they shouldn't look at the issues in the movie as ONLY dealing with gay and lesbian youth; rather, they also dealt with how youth, in general, cope with finding their place and their voice in a world that may not always be kind and understanding. Personally, the movie touched me as I thought back to my own teens and early 20's, and how I could have benefitted from the kinds of mentors, peers, and support resources that I observed in your film. I definitely will use JIM IN BOLD again, this year, in my lessons, and look forward to any further projects of yours. Thank you."

"Very powerful movie. I believe that no one should have to go through life being denied the right to being happy, like I was. I was a very depressed kid, and to this date, I avoid thinking about my high school years in Brazil and all the abuse. Now at 46 and living in NY for half my life, things are different, but what if I hadn't had the strength? I certainly had no support from friends or family. Good work, guys."

"I thought that the movie was great. While I was watching it, I was also looking around at the other people in the room and I could totally see that is was hitting them hard. I think by people seeing this movie it will show them that all those things people say that are bad could really turn out to be like murder, especially when it causes someone to end their own life."

"I had no idea who Jim Wheeler was until I sat on my bed to watch his story unfold. His story is so touching. It is how a lot of GLBT youth feel even today. I have lived in the Midwest all of my life and can relate to Jim's feeling of being the only gay person in the world. His story made my cry. Cry for him, cry for me, and cry for all of the other GLBT youth that have taken their lives or attempted to take their lives because of all of the torment that they faced in everyday life. This movie was amzaing, and I had to share the gift I was given with the GLBT youth group that I attend. It touched many lives there as well. Thank you to Jim's family for sharing their story, and to all of the GLBT youth that came forward to share their stories as well! "

"I think JIM IN BOLD is an amazing documentary. In fact, today was the last day of my GSA for the year and we watched it there. I want to buy this documentary for my mom, because she struggled for a long time as to how to come out of the closet. But im not trying to tell her other people have it worse. I'm trying to send her the message of the movie about homophobia so she can continue to educate people about it. To everyone who was in this documentary: I am so proud of everyone for giving up their anonymity and to Jim's family and friends for putting themselves out on the line like they did, especially on camera. My heart goes out to everyone who has had a similar thing happen to someone in their life, and please, everyone stop hurting people physically or verbally because they're different. Keep fighting for your rights, everyone."

"We must eradicate the need for any Gay person to resort to suicide. I remember on my twenty-first birthday how I wished to die because of my loneliness as a Lesbian. That was 45 years ago. I am glad this documentary is available as a resource for hope and understanding."

"Last night I watched JIM IN BOLD and for me it was very hard to watch, as I am sure it was for many people, because a talented, young and beautiful human being is no longer with us because he lived in a world that didn't accept him and tormented him. As a gay man who works with LGBTQQ youth I see this struggle way too often and it breaks my heart. The only thing that makes me feel better and what this film showcased is that our youth now is not afraid to fight back and are present, proud, and loud. So, there is hope, hope that one day our world will be accepting of all and we can all live as one. Until then, we need to unite and support each other but overall LOVE one another."

"I have not seen JIM IN BOLD yet, but from what I have read about it on the website and the trailer, it looks like an excellent documentary. Jim should have NEVER had to go through the pain, fear and sorrow he experienced at the hands of people who were nothing but homophobic jerks! I am a young gay man myself and have been fortunate enough to have friends and family that are accepting of me. It would be a beautiful thing if no gay person in the world had to face fear and discrimination."

"As the Day of Silence approaches, Jim In Bold epitomizes all reasons that awarness of LGBT struggles is necessary. It needs to be emphasized that Jimmy Wheeler's tragedy is not an isolated incident. I applaud The Wheelers for moving forward in their lives. My empathy for others has grown since watching the film, and I am glad that others have had an opportunity to view it also. Many lessons can be learned through this insightful yet inspirational film!"

"Being a part of this film made me feel like I was on top of the world. I saw the film for the first time last August in Austin and I got up in front of everyone in the theater and people clapped for me... that's something that I have always wanted -- to be accepted for who I am, and I commend Benjie, Scott and Mike for the excellent work they did! I literally cried when the people in Austin cheered for me when I came up on the screen in that theater. It was, like I said, something I have always wanted. Most excellent job, everyone!!!"

"This movie shows an amazing amount of hope even though it was based on somethng so sad. I'm sure Jim would be happy that something so positive came out of what was so negative in the beginning. Thank you for making this documetary."

"JIM IN BOLD is an amazing documentary that truly touched me. I am sixteen years old and I am gay. I have been out for a little over three years, a time in which I have been able to grow and develop into the individual I am today. I was able to relate to so many of the stories that were told in JIM IN BOLD and that is what made a lasting effect on me. I gained so much inspiration from not only James Wheeler and his poetry but the amazing people that live to tell his story. I am an active member of my school's GSA and I can't wait to share this amazing movie with them. I am going to take the stories, dreams, and the drive of all the people in JIM IN BOLD and use it as inspiration and motivation to promote acceptance and toleration in my community. Thank you to the Wheeler family for sharing their story with the world and thank you to Benji, Mike, and Scott for creating this beautiful documentary."

"I just finished watching JIM IN BOLD and the only word that comes to mind is 'incredible.' Though I have surrounded myself with a highly supportive circle of friends, both gay and straight, JIM IN BOLD brought me to an even greater realization that every person out there has a story and has something to teach that could benefit humanity as a whole. There is one line from JIM IN BOLD that echoes through my mind and that is what the mother of a boy named David said. She said 'Life is like a parachute, it works best when open.' If the world could think in such terms, then acceptance would be widespread. I myself have experienced coming out to the people around me and I know that no matter what the circumstances are it is ALWAYS hard and there are almost ALWAYS times when you feel like you are alone and invisble to the people around you. JIM IN BOLD brings you a step closer to the community that is America and no matter how alone you may feel the stories of these young people will always have similarities with your own life story and it is for this reason that JIM IN BOLD has tightened the bond between every gay person and gay supporter in America. I can only thank everyone who had to do with this film because I feel that it has truly had a great impact in our society."

"I just saw JIM IN BOLD and it was such a touching documentary. Kudos to all involved! It's sad to think about such horrible experiences that some people go through simply because others don't understand or don't want to understand. I think society forgets or doesn't want to know how much what some think is small hate can have such an immense and drastic impact on people. I think this film can be an excellent tool to teach people how they should not act by showing them how bad their behaivor can affect others."

"I know too well how to be ostracized and friendless, and that was long before I realized I am gay. Jim is someone young enough to be my son, and I'd love to have helped him along. Fortunately, he did leave his written thoughts for the world to see. I salute all his realtives in keeping his legacy alive. Despite his committing suicide, I'm sure he's enjoying his afterlife, maybe as one of the greeters when Matthew Shepard arrived in heaven. I am also embarrassed to write that I am a native of Pennsylvania, where tolerance can't get past Senator Rick Santorum."

"I had just watched the movie last night and it honestly made me want to cry, because I was that kid that got picked on every day. I used to live in Mississippi, which is still dealing with racial issues much less GLBT issues. It was hard because I was reminded of the names I was called and the fights I got into every day even before I came out. I was eventually even kicked out of my house for it. The point I'm trying to reach is that the movie had a good message. It is important to be who you are. More people will love you for that than anything else, and life does get better if you stick with it. Never give up on life, love, or happiness. With that faith God will grant you all three."

"The film was very touching and emotional. I just lost my step-brother last Christmas to gay bashing, and I know what the family went through and what they still are dealing with. God bless."

"I was a volunteer at the day of unity in Harrisburg, PA, and was lucky enough to see the film. The Wheeler family is an inspiration to us all, and Jim is a wake up call to our society about the way we treat people who are different from everyone else. This film needs to be shown as many times as possible. Thank you for making it."

"I just came back from the screening of JIM IN BOLD, and this one movie has moved me to tears because it is so close to my life as a teen in a small town that just happens to be gay. I can easily relate to Jim's turmoils. I have faced those as well. Now as a middle school teacher, I see children that go through this same ordeal and I am their advocate so what happens to Jim will never happen to them. I would love for this movie to be a required viewing to all children in middle school to show how hurtful words can be."

"I was lucky enough to see this documentary at the Wilmington Film Festival yesterday. The young men who made this powerful piece of work should win every award possible! I can't even find the words to express how much this film touched me. It made me laugh and cry, happy and angry all at the same time. I'm a 50 year old straight, married mother of two straight young men in their early 20's, but have many friends and relatives who are homosexual. This film should be required watching in every middle and high school in the country. Hopefully some day, (maybe even in my lifetime) films such as JIM IN BOLD won't be necessary--everyone will simply be accepted for who they are."

"Being part of this movie and then watching the entire movie put such an impact on me that I thought in many ways changed a lot of what others thought about us gays. It's an educational movie and should be shown to every school to help prevent gay hate crimes. What do you think?"

"This is an excellent film. And should be shown in every school in the United States. It is time that children learn that intolerence is a horrible thing. I cried many times during this film, it is a very touching film. It shows there is hope for the future."

"Every Junior / High School in America should show this powerful film to its student body. It was shown today in Harrisburg. The boys who pissed on Jim in the shower at Cedar Crest High School are reflections of their parents, people who are ignorant and fear what they don't understand. School boards, principals, superintendents and guidance counselors should watch this film and learn from it."

"Saw this movie at the Atlantic Film Festival here in Halifax, NS. Very touching and very funny. People should see it. A great line from one of the kids goes along the lines: 'Homosexuality's not contagious, but homophobia is.'Hopefully with movies like that, we'll be able to conquer homophobia." (posted on IMDB.com)

"I just saw JIM IN BOLD today at the AGLIFF festival here in Austin. Thanks for a wonderful film... powerful, touching, and memorable! This film reminds me a lot of "Robbie's Story" (the gay teen from Cleveland featured on "In the Life" TV. I hope Robbie's parent's get to see this film... as well as all other parents of GLBT youth)."

"I am a middle school gym teacher in Austin, Texas and have seen first hand the cruelty children endure in school by their peers. It breaks my heart. Seeing this story is a profound reminder of the work we have as educators to teach our students lessons in compassion and tolerance. I was moved by Jim in Bold."

"How sad that people who proclaim to be religious and believe in a God of love, will put so much energy and time into spreading hate. Jim is right; 'It's better to be hated for what you are, than to be loved for what you're not.'

"Mr. Santorum, your day will come. Perhaps not soon but maybe when one of your children grows up and tells you that they are gay."

"And to the family and friends of Jim Wheeler, your love and courage is so inspiring. I wish you all the best."