Nikita & Nikita

Eight-year-old Nikita lives with cerebral palsy. It is difficult for him to stand upright and yet his environment encourages him to pursue a career as a diver. Under great stress and with many fears, but also with pleasure, he practices with his trainer, who builds up enormous pressure to perform. Nikita cries sometimes but is also ambitious. The day before his birthday, it's time to jump from the 10-meter tower... His expectant relatives are standing in the swimming pool and cheering him on. Will Nikita withstand the pressure?

look&roll 2008, 2nd jury prize