“SILENT TREES” WIN SPECIAL MENTION
The documentary directed by Agnieszka Zwiefka has just been awarded a Special Mention at the Verzio Film Festival in Hungary.
The Verzio Film Festival, held in Budapest, is an event dedicated to documentary films that explore human rights issues, social matters, and current political and environmental concerns. The festival showcases productions from around the globe, offering Hungarian audiences a unique perspective on global affairs. Verzio also features panel discussions, workshops, and meetings with directors, allowing viewers to delve deeper into the presented subjects.
Following the tragic death of her mother at the Polish-Belarusian border, 16-year-old Kurdish girl Runa has to quickly grow up and take care of her four younger brothers and her depressed, helpless father. During their stay in a refugee camp, the family grapples with trauma, an uncertain future, and the threat of deportation. Runa escapes from daily problems into her sketchbook, which she fills with increasingly disturbing drawings. Agnieszka Zwiefka's awarded Silent Trees is partially animated coming-of-age story is set against the backdrop of the global refugee crisis.
For a complete list of award winners, visit the festival's website.