Ademloos

Short Film

[Premiered: September, 10th 2025]

The Story

Emma, a 21-year-old dancer, struggles with a negative self-image and feels insecure about her body, especially during the preparations for an important contemporary dance performance. She wears a corset under her costume to feel more comfortable, but it hinders her movements, leading to her fainting and being excluded from the performance. Her mother and friend try to support her, and when Emma watches a video of herself, she realizes that others see her differently than she sees herself. On the night of the performance, Emma decides to appear on stage despite the instructions, where she feels the power of self-acceptance for the first time, helping her on the path to more self-confidence.

 

Credits

Director - Alona Panko

Original Score - Felix Houtman