Becoming Roosi

About This Movie

Becoming Roosi is a raw, intimate glimpse into the life of a girl navigating adolescence amid the weight of climate activism. Spanning a decade, the film captures Roosi at ages 8 to 18, using an observational style that feels almost diary-like. The pacing is unhurried, allowing viewers to sit with her internal struggles—like the push and pull between her activist upbringing and her desire for normal teenage experiences. The atmosphere is sometimes heavy with climate grief yet punctuated with moments of youthful joy, making it a fascinating study of a young mind grappling with such intense themes. The filmmaker’s choice of practical effects and candid interviews adds a layer of authenticity that resonates throughout the film.

10-year observational documentaryExplores themes of climate grief and teenage identityUnconventional pacing and atmosphere