A heartwarming depiction of teenage girlhood in London highlighting the importance of female friendships.
Directed by Sarah Gavron, this quietly dynamic film follows Rocks, a teenager who, in her mother’s absence, becomes primary caregiver to her brother Emmanuel all whilst trying to complete her GCSEs and navigate adolescent friendships.
Propelled by a strong and captivating cast of teenage girls, Rocks immerses you in the day-to-day of contemporary girlhood in London. It simultaneously asks questions about the maturity thrust upon young Black girls, going beyond the typical coming-of-age narrative.Selected for the special presentation strand of the 2019 London Film Festival.
2019 UK Dir Sarah Gavron 93 min
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