What She Said is a 2019 independent drama film directed by Amy Northup. The film follows Samantha (played by Jenny Lester), a young woman who has recently survived a sexual assault and is struggling to come to terms with what has happened to her. After deciding to drop the charges against her rapist, Sam's friends and siblings gather for Thanksgiving and stage an intervention to try and help her deal with the trauma she's experiencing.
Throughout the course of the film, we see the impact that Sam's assault has had on her relationships and her mental state. Her friends and family struggle to understand what she's going through, and often say things that inadvertently make her feel worse. However, as the intervention progresses, Sam begins to open up about her feelings and the people in her life start to realize the extent of the damage that has been done.
At its core, What She Said is a powerful exploration of the aftermath of sexual assault and the ways in which survivors can be supported by their loved ones. The film's intimate, character-driven approach allows it to delve deep into the emotions and experiences of its protagonist, providing a deeply personal and empathetic look at a difficult subject.