‘Sad Girls’ wins Berlin Generation Crystal Bear Award

sad girls (sad girls)Mexican writer and director Fernanda Tovar’s debut feature film won the Crystal Bear Award for Best Picture in the Berlin 14th Generation category. international Film festival.

sad girls The grand prize was awarded to both an international generational jury of film experts and a youth jury of teenage voters. The Generations section highlights works for younger audiences.

Tovar’s drama follows 16-year-old best friends Paula and La Maestra as they train to represent Mexico at the Junior Pan American Swimming Championships. At a party, Paula disappears into the bathroom with her long-time crush, her friend Daniel. When she appears, La Maestra senses that something has changed. This incident will test the limits of their friendship as the two find themselves caught between silence and speaking out.

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The international jury said, “It deeply moved us with its humor, sadness, and realism through metaphorical and poetic underwater imagery and outstanding lead performances.” “Dealing with sexual violence and its aftermath, the film intentionally explores the complex dynamic between two young women reconciling their emotions and friendship. It is an extraordinary and perfectly orchestrated debut: lovely, loud and alive.”

The youth panel added: “This film is powerful. Calmness, uncertainty and strength are conveyed in a powerful and sensitive way. The deep friendship and love between the characters are strengthened by support and solidarity. Each frame seems to be a story in itself, conveying an overall narrative. The interplay of images, colors and emotions draws us into the story. The film asks questions, is complex and leaves room for finding oneself, telling people’s stories and overcoming problems. We found this particularly impressive. Compelling. There is.”

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International jury gives special mention to Chilean fantasy drama matapanqui Directed by Diego “Mapache” Fuentes, the film tells the story of a punk kid who drinks bootleg alcohol to gain superpowers and tries to reshape society. The jury described the film as “a vibrant and rebellious film that pokes at fascism and pushes all limits through punk rock energy, playful direction and spectacular stop-motion animation.”

The Youth Jury made special mention of the following: family It is directed by Mees Peijnenburg. The Dutch drama tells the story of a custody battle between two divorcing parents from the perspective of their 14- and 16-year-old children.

“This film left many of us feeling seen,” the youth jury said in a statement. “This is a topic that affects one in three children in Berlin. Despite its importance, it is often underestimated because it is not uncommon in society. It is an incredibly well-written story and brought to life in an incredibly captivating way. It is a masterpiece that deserves a special mention.”

Below is the full list of Generation 14plus winners.

International Jury Grand Prix for the best film of the 14PLUS generation
sad girlsFernanda Tovar

Special Mention Generation 14PLUS
matapanquiDiego “Mapache” Fuentes

International Generation Jury Special Award for Best Short Film 14PLUS
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Special Mention Generation 14PLUS
memories of the windowMehraneh Salimian, Amin Pakparvar

Youth Judge Crystal Bear for Best Film
sad girlsFernanda Tovar

special mention
familyMiss Peinenberg

Youth Jury Crystal Bear wins Best Short Film Award
memories of the windowMehraneh Salimian, Amin Pakparvar

special mention
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