Awards

"This essential film tells the true and disturbing story of a teenager who is the victim of a forced marriage and domestic violence. It moved the jury through its sensitive approach and the perspective it adopts. By choosing animation for this tragic story, the director not only protects the young woman's identity but also finds a powerful way to bring her poignant testimony to life, illustrating her resilience and infusing some softness into her memories. The balance between the reality of this violence and the candor of this young woman, who never gives up, makes it a necessary film that raises awareness and touches the heart."

"The title is no empty promise. In Germany, refugees are far too often talked about, rarely talked with, and seldom the ones doing the telling. But their voices carry so much more than stories of flight and suffering. These young women want space in this new world for dreams of their own. Rand Beiruty gives them that space, unconditionally, and that is what makes the film so valuable."