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Ninja & Soldier

Ninja & Soldier

NINJA & SOLDIER

Ken, an eight-year-old boy, plays as a ninja with his friend Nito. Nito is a child soldier from the Congo who was forced to kill his own mother. They engage in a game of childish bravado, comparing their experiences of violence and survival. Ken's playful imagination of being a ninja clashes with Nito's traumatic reality of being a soldier. Their naive game addresses cruel realities, forcing them to talk about their differences and what they have in common. The film uses contrasting graphics to explore the types of acts of which humankind is capable, from innocent play to extreme brutality. As the two boys share their stories, the line between fantasy and reality blurs, revealing the psychological weight of their experiences. The film does not offer easy answers but instead presents a stark reflection on childhood, war, and the capacity for both cruelty and resilience. Through their interaction, the audience is invited to consider how children process trauma and the ways in which society shapes their understanding of violence.

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