Three children prepare for a live action role-playing camp in upstate New York, where they engage in a fantasy game about a fairy world that is eroding.
Synopsis
Three children prepare for a live action role-playing camp in upstate New York, where they engage in a fantasy game about a fairy world that is eroding.
Synopsis
At The Wayfinder Experience camp in upstate New York, three children prepare for a live action role-playing adventure. Cloud, Dexter, and Abby each bring their unique backgrounds and challenges to the immersive game called "The Last Green." Over two days, they engage in role-playing that allows them to confront fears and build connections. Campers practice skills like feigning death, which many find cathartic. The film captures their growth as they navigate personal struggles and form a supportive community.
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Why Watch
- See kids at a unique live action role-playing camp.
- Meet Cloud, Dexter, and Abby as they share their stories.
- Find out how campers bond through role-playing games.
Did You Know
- The film won a special jury award for bravery and empathy at SXSW 2024.
- 90% of 10 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
- Abby graduated high school after surviving severe health complications.
- The film has a duration of 86 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed We Can Be Heroes?
We Can Be Heroes was directed by Carina Mia Wong and Alex Simmons.
What award did We Can Be Heroes win at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival?
It won a special jury award for bravery and empathy.
What is the main theme of the role-playing game in the documentary?
The role-playing game is called 'The Last Green' and is about a fairy world that is eroding.
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