Director: Kani Lapuerta
Unclassified 15+ | 1:26:00 | Mexico, Germany | 2025 | Spanish
Trans
Documentary
Supported by Minus 18
Niñxs is a heartfelt documentary for young people—and anyone who values youth with agency. It reimagines the coming-of-age and transition story through queer teen Karla Bañuelos. Directed by Kani Lapuerta, the film unfolds as a cinematic diary, co-created with Karla, whose playful presence challenges traditional documentary form.
Developed over eight years, their collaboration defies the typical subject-filmmaker dynamic. In a conservative small town, Karla begins her legal transition, supported by friends and punk-spirited parents. Asked what she wants audiences to feel, Karla says: laughter. Niñxs delivers.
Preceded by the Australian short Fourteen and Nine Months (DIR: Yvette Turnbull).
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DIR: Yvette Turnbull
Teen Freya’s job at a kitchen store leads to a queer awakening when a lesbian couple’s unusual request flips her world upside down.