Children's Day

Xuan is a quiet Primary Two student at an all-girls school. Her father is authoritarian and distant, while her mother is consumed by the demands of caring for the new baby. Self-effacing and reserved, Xuan is often bullied and overlooked by her two older sisters and her peers. One day, she befriends Maggie, a kind yet privileged girl, and the two form a quiet bond. As Children’s Day approaches – the one day when they are not required to wear their school uniform – Xuan looks forward to matching outfits with Maggie. For the first time, she feels seen.

Trailer

Photos

The film team in conversation at the premiere.

Dates

SatFeb 1511:15

Cubix 5

Screening for press and industry professionals | With accreditation only

Berlinale Shorts 2
Berlinale Shorts 2 iCal
MonFeb 1718:30

Urania

Berlinale Shorts 2
TueFeb 1815:30

Cubix 8

Berlinale Shorts 2
TueFeb 1819:00

Zoo Palast 2

Berlinale Shorts 2
WedFeb 1912:00

Cinema Betonhalle@Silent Green

Shorts Take Their Time: Each film followed by a detailed Q&A

Berlinale Shorts 2
ThuFeb 2018:30

Colosseum 1

Berlinale Shorts 2