MediaLab
The 33 works you can experience at the MediaLab are created by independent thinkers, featuring strong-willed characters, and most importantly, they’re made for kids who like to think for themselves! Being obedient and following the rules? Boring! This year at the MediaLab, you’re rewarded for sometimes not listening and choosing your own way.
Listen Up! (10+)
15-year-old Mahmoud lives in a block of flats in Oslo. During the summer, he likes to hang out with his Somali friend Arif. But when his uncle Ji comes over from Pakistan, Mahmoud has to show him around together with his nine-year-old brother Ali. He finds out Ali would rather be a girl, which changes his worldview.
The Book of Everything (9+)
In this film version of the children’s book by Guus Kuijer, Thomas (9), his teenage sister Margot and their mother are afraid of the wrath of God. But even more afraid of the sermons and beatings from their fanatically religious father and husband. With a little help from Jesus, neighbours and his imagination, Thomas learns to overcome his fear. Because happiness starts with no longer having to be afraid.
Victoria Must Go (8+)
Two young, wealthy siblings, Hedvig and Henrik, decide to hire a hitman to get rid of their annoying stepmother, Victoria. They approach Carl, an immigrant from Bosnia. He refuses to help them, because he is a good man. However, the financial trouble facing him and his family means he might have to do it after all.
Liefjes (9+)
Three, 14-year-old girls have a summery family holiday at a campsite in France. No musts, everything is an option. That is wonderful and exciting at the same time. One immerses herself in her mobile phone, the second makes new friends and the third can only think of her boyfriend back home. Intimate youth documentary about being in love, loneliness, friendship, social media and daring to choose your own course.
Raspberry Hill (9+)
12-year-old Stina never thought treatment at the sanatorium for sick, poor children would be so nerve wracking. At first, all seems wonderful, until a mysterious boy alleges something fishy is going on. Stina realises her life is in danger. The doctor might be in league with a witch. An adventure with both intense and beautiful scenes.
Girl Gang (9+)
Documentary about Leonie (14), who lives a dream life as a successful influencer with millions of followers. The nicest companies want to work with her, and her parents act as her managers. But there’s a down-side to all the money, products and attention she gets. She always has to be making content, there’s online hate, and the pressure isn’t exactly making her parents more relaxed. Is it still worth it?
