Synopsis
In search for his identity through scootering and self-development, a young boy explores his relationship to his body and emotions. Composed of footage collected online, the film chronicles the character’s attempts to navigate his existential dismay.
In search for his identity through scootering and self-development, a young boy explores his relationship to his body and emotions. Composed of footage collected online, the film chronicles the character’s attempts to navigate his existential dismay.
Full credits
- Section
- International Student Competition
- Director
- Jonathan Leggett
- Production countries
- Switzerland
- Production year
- 2024
- Duration
- 7 minutes
- Producer
- HEAD - Geneva
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