Bugboy

dir. Lucas Paleocrassas / 2026 / Greece, France / 87 min
Yorgos, a shy teenager with a vision impairment, finds courage and self-discovery through his bond with a cricket named Isabella.

Yorgos, a shy teenager with a vision impairment, struggles to connect with others after his parents’ divorce. His bond with a cricket named Isabella becomes a catalyst for transformation and self-discovery. Even the smallest creatures can help us find our place in the world. Will a difficult eye surgery give him confidence? Will he find the courage to confront his parents? Yorgos discovers he no longer has to be alone. His passion for insects opens the door to lessons about trust, friendship, and growing up. The film blends realism with a metaphorical fairy-tale tone, creating visuals that are at once realistic and poetic.

 

duration:
87 min
country / year of production:
Greece, France / 2026
director:
Lucas Paleocrassas
cinematography:
Carlos Muñoz
production:
Rea Apostolides, Yuri Averof / Anemon Production
selected festivals and awards:
2026 – Thessaloniki FF: World Premiere, Best Greek Film Award and City Stories Award, 2026 – MDAG: International Premiere
sections:
In the name of the father and the son
competitions:
Millennium Bank Award – Grand Prix Best Film Editing Best Cinematography
tags:
feel good movie relations growing up nature friendship

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