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Young & Afraid

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In 2017, Petter (24) decides to end his life, but at the very last moment is stopped by the police. His best friend and fellow film student, Sverre, is determined to help and suggests they make a film to keep Petter busy and focused on getting better. Equipped with a camera, they search the streets of Oslo to find out how other troubled souls deal with their lives. With a naïve and spontaneous approach, they end up in dramatic and unpredictable situations. They meet Monica, whose past has led her to self-injurious behavior; Oliver and Cornelia, both escaping their demons with alcohol and drugs; and Emma, who is transsexual, lesbian, and proud of who she is. They also meet Miriam, who becomes Petter's girlfriend. By getting to know their destructive patterns, Petter becomes aware of his own. By facing their problems, he sets off on a bumpy, therapeutic journey that eventually brings light into his darkness. Young & Afraid is an authentic and raw documentary about choosing to live.

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Cath Clarke Guardian [A] scrappy, rough-around-the-edges documentary... Rated: 3/5 Feb 23, 2022 Full Review Laurence Boyce Cineuropa Even though much in the movie is swathed in darkness, it is ultimately a paean to the fact that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Dec 22, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews
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Petter Aaberg

Director

Sverre Kvamme

Director

Petter Aaberg

Self

Sverre Kvamme

Self

Miriam Øyna

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Oliver

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Synopsis In 2017, Petter (24) decides to end his life, but at the very last moment is stopped by the police. His best friend and fellow film student, Sverre, is determined to help and suggests they make a film to keep Petter busy and focused on getting better. Equipped with a camera, they search the streets of Oslo to find out how other troubled souls deal with their lives. With a naïve and spontaneous approach, they end up in dramatic and unpredictable situations. They meet Monica, whose past has led her to self-injurious behavior; Oliver and Cornelia, both escaping their demons with alcohol and drugs; and Emma, who is transsexual, lesbian, and proud of who she is. They also meet Miriam, who becomes Petter's girlfriend. By getting to know their destructive patterns, Petter becomes aware of his own. By facing their problems, he sets off on a bumpy, therapeutic journey that eventually brings light into his darkness. Young & Afraid is an authentic and raw documentary about choosing to live.
Director
Petter Aaberg, Sverre Kvamme
Producer
Carsten Aanonsen
Production Co
Indie Film AS
Genre
Documentary, LGBTQ+
Original Language
Norwegian
Runtime
1h 40m
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