Bigman

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2022


Best friends Dylan and Youssef dream of becoming professional football players. When Dylan ends up in a wheelchair following an accident, he must come to terms with his new life. His dad – and former coach – wants him to accept his disability and keep football from his life, but Dylan is determined to play again. A story about true friendship and striving to win a final in the dying seconds of the game. (Festival information, Zlín 2022)

For the inspirational drive of the 13 year old protagonist Dylan to overcome sufferance and vulnerability after an accident and pursue happiness and fulfill his passion by any means and sacrifices. For depicting so nicely children’s friendship, solidarity and wisdom above adults parenting shortcomings.

Festivals

On 1 June 2022, the 62nd International Film Festival for Children and Young People in Zlín ended with the award ceremony. The Ecumenical Jury awarded its Prize to the American production "Coast" by Jessica Hester and Derek Schweickart.

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