March 4, 2026
The Pad Hustle
By Kyla Holmes
THE PAD HUSTLE is a story about a headstrong highschooler who unexpectedly gets her period during class – (what girl hasn’t?!) - and as a result of the school having no resources, embarks on a side HUSTLE to help her classmates get the menstrual products they desperately need.
With this short film, we hope to bring awareness to #PeriodPoverty in low income, minority, public high schools.
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About the filmmakers
Kyla Holmes is a visionary teen film director with a passion for storytelling and a talent for bringing unique perspectives to the screen. At just 17, Kyla Holmes has already made a name for herself in the film industry with her critically acclaimed short film, The Pad Hustle.
