Girl

Directed by Adura Onashile
Starring Déborah Lukumuena, Danny Sapani, Le’Shantey Bonsu

This striking debut feature from director Adura Onashile tells the story of mother and daughter, Grace and Ama .

The two have established a deep bond that’s protected them from outsiders, but as they try to settle into their new home in Glasgow, things begin to change. Ama’s approaching adolescence and her growing curiosity set off reminders of a past that Grace has been trying to erase.

The comforting fairytale-like story that Grace has been telling Ama for years is shaken by the memories — their sheltered world begins to erode from the inside. To give them both a chance to really start living, Grace has to let Ama grow up.