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Written by:
Elli Vuorinen
Directed by:
Elli Vuorinen
Release Date:
January 25, 2024
Original Title:
Flower Show
Genres:
Animation
Production Companies:
Böhle Studios
Production Countries:
Finland
Ratings / Certifications:
FR: TP
Runtime: 9
The opening of an annual flower show sets the stage for this elusive, hand-drawn animation that explores the underlying fabric of our society. While little girls are dressed up for the occasion, the older women are dealing with a completely different set of expectations. Seemingly stuck between sensual plays and discomforting gazes, will any of these girls ever find an escape from this yearly ritual?
Girls have been cultivated like flowers for generations. We need more growing seasons to breed new ways into the system.
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