Big Girls Don't Cry

Writer-director Paloma Schneideman's acclaimed debut follows a sex-curious 14-year-old navigating desire, identity, and the internet over one transformative summer in rural, early-2000s New Zealand. The naturalistic drama, executive produced by Jane Campion, captures the messiness and intensity of adolescence with a fearless central performance from newcomer Ani Palmer. Presented by ICO with thanks to Peccadillo Pictures. Rated 15+.