Tom Gramenz

In a show of solidarity with the Hungarian Revolution, a group of high schoolers in 1956 East Berlin stages a silent protest that ignites a firestorm.

Like tears in the rain, water is the metaphor for growing pains and so much more in these four tales about young boys coming to terms with a host of emotions for the very first time. These polished productions and festival favorites are brought to you by a host of talented directors from across Germany, Denmark, France and the Netherlands.