Experiences of feeling different are something almost everyone goes through when growing up. It is important to feel and be accepted exactly as you are, but sometimes that is easier said than done. Family and friends can offer a great help and give the security needed to take the next step on this important journey. Identity is something that takes time to form, and it can take all the way into adulthood to find your own place and voice. Once you’ve found your identity, it is easier to face the world and fulfill your dreams.

The DOKKINO 2023 theme Perfectly Unique raises questions of identity and individuality on a wide spectrum from diversity to disability. The topics of the films range from bullying, loneliness and isolation to equality and social media. The DOKKINO films of 2023 give voice to children and young people who wish to have their voices heard and to make an impact in the world.