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A shy girl must learn how to dance with her brother for their parent's wedding. The dance will mean another pressure to accompany her step into adulthood.

A compelling coming-of-age story that follows the life of a 16-year-old teenager facing a pivotal moment of decision. Lola is on the verge of pursuing her dream of studying in Germany for a semester. The prospect of traveling and experiencing a new culture is tantalizing, but her family's concerns and responsibilities weigh heavily on her. It's a heartwarming and thought-provoking story that encourages viewers to reflect on their own journeys of self-discovery and the transformative power of new experiences.

Youth in the juvenile justice system search for ways to tell their stories through hip hop, visual arts and public murals. Through their interaction with art, these boys and girls create a space to reflect on hardships, expectations and hope, revealing a unique perspective on who they are and what lies ahead.

A young Beluga is lagging behind his friends in body development, which has him worried. When he sees the opportunity to fulfill his beloved grandmother's last wish, the little one goes on a journey north to prove his worth.

As Ballard turns 18, he is preparing to move out of his mother's apartment and into the the world on his own. But as he packs up his room, Ballard finds a stack of pictures hidden under his mattress. All of them have been defaced except for one, a shot of a young couple laughing together happily. His mother and father. Ballard searches for his father to fill the void in his heart.

Tehran, and possibly the whole of Iran, is galvanised by a match to be played at the Azadi stadium between Bahrain and Iran, the victor of which will qualify for the World Cup. Although women are banned from watching, a number of them, undeterred, attempt to buy tickets and enter disguised as men. Funny and fierce in equal measure Offside was filmed during the actual Iran versus Bahrain match in Tehran in 2005.

Russell Walker, a charismatic rogue, who poaches animals for sale on the black market, is caught in the act by an Aboriginal shaman. To teach him a lesson, the shaman casts a Dreamtime spell, trapping Russell in the body of a koala. Unless he makes amends, he will stay a koala forever. He is shipped off to a New York zoo, where he is befriended by Sophie, a feisty, wise-cracking ten-year old girl, unable to come to terms with the recent death of her father. An extraordinary friendship develops between them and each helps the other to cope and deal with life's challenges. With Russell's cunning and Sophie's ingenuity, this unlikely duo set out in a race against the clock to get back to Australia and have the spell reversed before it's too late. A delightfully witty blend of heart and humor, RUSSELL is an emotionally compelling story about earning a second chance in life.

Struggling to find the correct script, music and choreography for a high school play, a group of students find inspiration when they discover the origin and the true meaning behind Mother's Day.

The story of a young aspiring artist who reluctantly joins her high school track team to use it as an opportunity to win over her longtime crush. Little did she know fate arranged something different for her as she unexpectedly develops feelings for another teammate and discovers the true essence of love. This film ideal for those who enjoy romantic comedies, beautifully capturing the complexities of navigating relationships and showcasing the transformative power of unexpected connections.

Video diaries and candid interviews reveal how global issues are shaping - and being shaped by - young people: rising anti-Semitism in Europe, guns in America, gender identity and racial divisions across Australia and Asia. This empathetic portrait of a new generation goes beyond stereotypes of adolescence to capture the complexity of finding a way into adulthood today.

Directed by Meredith Hama-Brown, the film unfolds the story of a Japanese Canadian woman navigating her mother's recent loss during the mid-1990s. Struggling in her relationship with her husband, she decides to take her family to a self-development retreat, where their lives take an unexpected turn. This emotionally charged film explores the dynamics of family, personal growth, and cultural identity in a changing world.

Humans and puppets interact, tell stories and have fun to provide entertainment to 4 and 5 year old pre-school viewers.