Just a Girl (Short Film, 17 Min)

Dir. Rachael Wainaina and Sebastian Krolak A Kenyan wife and Italian husband face a growing cultural conflict that escalates into a life-or-death situation involving their daughter. The story confronts the deeply rooted practice of female genital mutilation and the painful tension between tradition and protection. The cinematography moves between warm, intimate family interiors and raw, sun-burned exteriors, using natural light and restrained contrast to reflect emotional pressure and cultural divide. The camera remains close to the characters, allowing the audience to feel the weight of silence, fear, and moral conflict without sensationalising the subject. Visual contrasts between warmth and severity subtly mirror the cultural and moral divide at the heart of the story.