In «Bugboy», we follow the story of George, a shy teenager with misaligned eyes, who is struggling to connect with others following his parents’ traumatic divorce. He finds refuge in the world of insects and bonds with a cricket named Isabella, who inspires him to reimagine his place in the world. This story of transformation and self-discovery reminds us that even the smallest creatures can help us find our place in the world.

Director: Lucas Paleocrassas

Lucas Paleocrassas is an Athens-based documentary filmmaker who explores how young people navigate change, identity, and belonging. The 2022 release of “Final Year” saw its premiere at the Thessaloniki Doc Fest, where it won the Best Feature award at Olympia and the Best Greek Doc award at AegeanDocs. He holds ARTWORKS and SNF fellowships.