We Can Be Heroes!

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SYNOPSIS:

We Can Be Heroes! is about Marcello, a shy boy searching for his life’s purpose. His father wants him to be a soccer star but Marcello is not very athletic. He forms a wonderful friendship with the new girl, Fatima. She is tough, unafraid and determined to be Sweden’s best soccer player. Fatima’s friendship helps Marcello become more courageous. Together they will discover their passions and fulfill their dreams.

Notes for Parents: We Can Be Heroes! has a Study Guide available. The film is in Swedish with English subtitles. The story highlights the values of friendship, acceptance, and sticking up for one another. Please note for sensitive children: the film contains some coarse language and some scenes of bullying. These conflicts lead to a positive resolution. Some scenes with a fantasy Christ figure are comedic, but not irreverent. For ages 11+. 

“One of the best Swedish films of the year, We Can Be Heroes! has enough depth and charm to appeal to a much broader audience than the kids who are its prime target. Both funny and tragic, and with a refreshing mixture of reality and surrealism, this visually striking film by director Ulf Malmros about a young boy who dreams of flying should enjoy a healthy life in Scandinavian theaters, with excellent later returns on home video. Offshore, it looks like a natural for next year’s Berlin Kinderfest.” – Gunnar Rehlin, Variety.com

 

Original title: Bäst i Sverige! In Swedish with English subtitles

© 2002, Sweden

 

CREDITS:

Starring

Zamand Hägg

Director

Screenwriter

Peter Birro

Producer

Christer Nilson

AWARDS:

2002
Lubeck, Best Children’s Film
2003
Stuttgart, Audience Award
2003
Centre Internationale du Films Pour L’enfance et La Jeunesse
2004
Mexico International Film Festival

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