The river kids

About This Movie

The River Kids is an intriguing documentary that dives deep into the lives of two children from Novo Paraíso, a remote settlement shaken by a gunslinger attack. The film's atmosphere is heavy, underscored by the innocence of its young subjects, and it captures their raw emotions and thoughts on trauma. The pacing feels deliberately slow, allowing viewers to absorb the weight of their stories, a nice contrast to the violence that intrudes upon their lives. It's interesting how it draws inspiration from Qais al-Zubaidi's short film 'Far Away from Home'—there's a subtle nod to the generational impacts of conflict. The performances of the children are strikingly authentic, giving a voice to those often unheard in narratives of violence.

Explores themes of innocence and traumaUnique perspective on community resilienceTies to cinematic history with al-Zubaidi's work