I am Leo
Weil ich Leo bin
Synopsis
Wide meadows, romping in the woods and building cabins. Leo (12) spends the autumn holidays with big sister Noémie and cousin Emil on Grandma Marlies' farm. However when Leo is surprised by what Grandma Marlies calls big news, Leo faces an identity crisis. "I am Leo" immerses itself into the emotional world of a child who is on the way to discover their gender identity. A film about expectations that overwhelm, about thoughts that restrict and about the courage to find yourself.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Geelong Pride Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 5, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tajo Hurrle
- Screenplay & Story
- Tajo Hurrle
- Original Score
- Frank Hurrle
- Original Title
- Weil ich Leo bin
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Cangerfilms, Hochschule Darmstadt
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tajo Hurrle
Tajo Hurrle
Frank Hurrle
Marius Kast
Lea Agmon
Patrick Büchting
Department Leadership Roster
Tajo Hurrle
Writer
Marius Kast
Director of Photography
Franziska Schuchmann
Production Design
Anja Giele
Production Design
Tajo Hurrle
Director
Patrick Büchting
Producer
Lea Agmon
Editor
Frank Hurrle
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About I am Leo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is I am Leo about?
Wide meadows, romping in the woods and building cabins. Leo (12) spends the autumn holidays with big sister Noémie and cousin Emil on Grandma Marlies' farm. However when Leo is surprised by what Grandma Marlies calls big news, Leo faces an identity crisis. "I am Leo" immerses itself into the emotional world of a child who is on the way to discover their gender identity. A film about expectations that overwhelm, about thoughts that restrict and about the courage to find yourself.
Who directed I am Leo?
I am Leo was directed by Tajo Hurrle.
Who stars in I am Leo?
The principal cast of I am Leo includes Sarah Goebel, Aaron Goebel, Ute Lubosch, Thapelo Mashiane, Sky Arndt.
When was I am Leo released and how long is it?
I am Leo was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for I am Leo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for I am Leo was composed by Frank Hurrle.