**Playground*

Anxious about starting at a new school, young Nora (mesmerising newcomer Maya Vanderbeque) would prefer to stay home with her father (Karim Leklou). But despite her nerves, she soon becomes aware that her older brother, 10 year old Abel (Günter Duret), is being bullied by other kids. PLAYGROUND is arguably one of the most truthful, emotional and memorable films made about childhood.

Critic Reviews:

• ” This is a film that, similar to Eighth Grade, should become required viewing in schools. Providing many teachable lessons for pupils and staff alike. “ – Dallas King (Flick Feast)

• ” Few films have so accurately captured how children interact with each other at school, without glossing over the intense levels of emotional and physical abuse that’s dished out by their peers. “ – Louisa Moore (Screen Zealots)

• ” Wandel’s film is too wrenching to be called a movie for children. But children would recognise the truth and the complexity of it, which is surely the highest praise. “ – Danny Leigh (Financial Times)