Renārs Vimba’s directorial debut “Mellow Mud”, a coming-of-age drama, has won Berlinale’s Crystal Bear for best film in the Generation 14Plus sidebar.
Published: 22.02.2016.
“Mellow Mud” received its world premiere in the youth strand of the Berlinale and centers on a 17-year-old girl and her little brother who keep the death of their grandmother secret in an attempt not to lose their home.
The jury said of the feature: “We were particularly impressed by a film that managed to create powerful and expressive images in spite of its spare dialogue and understated performances. Thanks to a convincing portrayal of the female protagonist, we were able to accompany her on a journey that movingly depicted the search for personal self-determination, strength and responsibility. In an inspirational fashion, this film production captures the decisive process of personal growth experienced by young people on their way to becoming adults.”
“Mellow Mud” was acquired by sales outfit Pluto Film ahead of the festival and introduced to buyers at the EFM.