Often, it’s the small steps that require the greatest courage—speaking to someone, standing up for yourself, or explaining who you are. This programme brings together stories of young and older people facing exactly these moments. Because courage begins small—and grows with every step.

School Disco by Christian Zetterberg
At a school disco, a shy boy dares to step onto the dance floor. Between music, glances, and first encounters, he begins to discover new feelings and what identity, love, and belonging mean to him.
5:30 min | Swedish with German subtitles
 

Ten Meter Tower by Axel Danielson & Maximilien Van Aertryck
A 10-meter diving platform, a look down—and the decision: jump or turn back? This film follows people facing that exact moment, creating a powerful and humorous portrait of fear, courage, and personal limits.
16:37 min | Swedish with German subtitles
 

Mall by Jerry Hoffmann
When introverted Didi is caught stealing a toy mermaid, his father loses his composure. What follows is a quiet confrontation about shame, expectations, and the question of who we are allowed to be.
7:03 min | No dialogue
 

Girlsboysmix by Lara Aerts
Why does it matter whether you’re a boy or a girl? Long shares what it feels like to be intersex, raising simple yet profound questions about identity and belonging.
6:42 min | German & Dutch
 

Mitch-Match #22: Pancakes by Géza M. Tóth
Even matches get hungry—and crave pancakes! But how do you reach your goal without burning yourself? With humor and creativity, they find an unexpected solution.
2:43 min | No dialogue