- Country: Sweden
- Director: Christian Zetterberg
- Runtime: 11:30
- Section: Films for Teens
- Film Completion Date: January 20, 2024
- Japan Premiere
A youth handball team is about to participate in their first major tournament. As they aim for the top, facing professional players, talent scouts and sponsors, the game is suddenly interrupted by adults questioning who’s really allowed to play.
Director Biography – Christian Zetterberg
Christian Zetterberg is a Swedish director and producer who creates content aimed at a young audience. The latest short film, “Shower Boys” (2021), premiered at several prominent youth-oriented film festivals worldwide and received the 2022 ECFA (European Children’s Film Association) Award for Best European Short Film for Children.
In 2017, Christian co-founded Gråklippan in collaboration with producer Liselotte Persson. A production company dedicated to make captivating children and youth films that often delve into themes of identity, sexuality, and societal norms.
Film Director‘s Statement about the Film
“Game rules” draws from my experiences as a teacher, depicting a disturbing incident during a handball tournament where our team faced discrimination due to a player with androgynous features. The story highlights the damaging impact of adult-imposed stereotypes, questioning the long-term effects on future generations. Through this narrative, I explore the consequences when adults fail to be positive role models for children.
Screen Schedule
2024.11.04 (Monday) at 10:00 at 155 Seats, 109 Cinemas for the age 10+, 13+
2024.11.01 (Friday) at 18:40 at rise STUDIO & HALL for the teenagers
2024.11.03 (Sunday) at 14:30 at rise STUDIO & HALL for the teenagers
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