Cherubs

An Unsentimental Education

Cherubs poster

At arts summer camp, Basia, a reserved 13-year old girl, struggles to connect with other kids. She feels seen for the first time when an equally reserved 19-year-old camp counselor takes her under his wing. When a late night encounter with him leads Basia to lie to impress her roommate, she must reckon with the consequences of her exploration.

Director: Anne-Sophie Bine
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 18 min

Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Olivia Kimmel
Editing: Marshall Granger
Production: American Film Institute Conservatory
Country: France, United States of America
Original Language: en

Themes

Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Teacher-Student Relationship, Philosophical and Existential Questions, Nostalgic Memories and the Past, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery

Keywords

summer camp, sexuality, identity, coming of age, teacher, crush, feminist, childhood, consent, girl

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cherubs about?
At arts summer camp, Basia, a reserved 13-year old girl, struggles to connect with other kids. She feels seen for the first time when an equally reserved 19-year-old camp counselor takes her under his wing. When a late night encounter with him leads Basia to lie to impress her roommate, she must reckon with the consequences of her exploration.
Who directed Cherubs?
Cherubs was directed by Anne-Sophie Bine.
Who stars in Cherubs?
Cherubs stars Juliet Rusche, Tristan Thompson, Olivia Vemulapalli, Sarah Noble Peck.
How long is Cherubs?
Cherubs has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is Cherubs?
Cherubs is a Drama film.
Where was Cherubs produced?
Cherubs was produced in France, United States of America.
What are the themes of Cherubs?
The themes of Cherubs include: Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Teacher-Student Relationship, Philosophical and Existential Questions, Nostalgic Memories and the Past, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.