GIRLS IN TROUBLE: THE SERIES EPISODE 1 "VASHTI" features a deep dive into the rebellious antihero of the Purim story, Queen Vashti, and includes live performances of two songs about her - one by musician/anthropologist/cantor Galeet Dardashti, inspired by her Persian Jewish heritage, and one by Rabins, inspired by her love of bluegrass fiddle, as well as original animation from Jessica Tamar Deutsch & Zak Margolis.
Created with generous support from The Covenant Foundation.
Alicia J. Rose is an award-winning filmmaker and photographer known for her imaginative style and grounded comedic storytelling. She has directed over 30 music videos for artists like First Aid Kit, Cake, and Bob Mould, and helped visually brand bands like The Decemberists. Her acclaimed web series The Benefits of Gusbandry drew praise from The New York Times and Entertainment Weekly. Her award-winning feature debut, A Kaddish for Bernie Madoff, is widely available. Rose is currently directing Girls in Trouble: The Series and her sophomore feature "Menopunks". A lifelong musician, she’s also been a college radio DJ, rock show promoter, and indie music distribution leader.
Winter Film Festival NYC - Episodic Competition Feb 2025
Host/Creator - Alicia Jo Rabins
Producer - Lara Cuddy
