‘The film touched me in an intimate way that not many films, especially documentaries, have managed to do. I sometimes felt like I was part of these families, these stories. The film is incredibly strong and addresses important issues.’
Heja Deniz, Schülerin, Hildesheim
‘The film is incredibly powerful and addresses vital issues.’
Maneh, Rolan Filmfestival, Armenia
‘Congratulations on your film "Girls Don’t Cry". We were truly impressed by the quality and creativity showcased in your work.’
Nevena, Rhodope Int. Film Festival, Bulgaria
‘A beautifully made, moving film with beautiful music and stunning images of the world these girls live in. Giving voice to girls who often have to remain silent is so important. I shed a tear for these young heroines’
Selection Committee, Filem’on Filmfestival, Brüssel, Belgien
‘Big compliments to the creators who were able to get so close to these girls that they were able to create these respectful and honest portraits in which the girls dare to show their strength and vulnerability’
Selection Committee, Filem’on Filmfestival, Brüssel, Belgien
‘GIRLS DON’T CRY is a heartfelt, cross-cultural exploration of what it means to grow up as a girl in a world full of contradictions, restrictions, and beauty.’
Pavel, Doc IFF, Georgia
‘Sigrid Klausmann’s statement and dedication to her granddaughter infuse the film with sincerity, care, and legacy — making it feel both urgent and timeless.’
Selection Team, Doc IFF; Georgia
‘GIRLS DON’T CRY is a meaningful, personal, and empowering piece of work — a love letter to girls everywhere and a legacy project that will continue to inspire long after its festival run.’
Pavel, Doc IFF, Georgia
‘For me “Girls Don’t Cry” was the heart of the whole festival. I absolutely loved it. Everything from music to photography, to content, to the beautiful people portrayed in the film – it was everything. It’s not often that you see a film where everything is exactly where it should be’
Ronald Heu, Musician, Composer, Malmö
‘The heavy topics made an impression on the students, but they also recognized a silver lining in each story, leaving them with a bittersweet sense of both sorrow and hope.’
Team Educatie, Noordelik Filmfestival, Leeuwarden, NL
‘These are powerful stories clearly told, about subjects who could each have carried a full-length doc alone.’
Post Porto Doc Filmfestivals, Porto
