Taking Chances

The film follows Kiek, a young girl who is deeply concerned about her father's safety while he is working in a war zone. To cope with her anxiety, she devises an unusual plan involving a dead dog and a dead mouse, convinced that such odds against her father's harm must be significant. This narrative offers a poignant look at childhood fears and the lengths to which a child will go to protect their loved ones.

As a product of Lemming Film, Taking Chances highlights the work of a woman director, Nicole van Kilsdonk. The film features performances from Johnny de Mol, Rifka Lodeizen, and Ruben van der Meer, showcasing the emotional weight of its story through their portrayals. With a runtime of 86 minutes, it presents a compact and engaging viewing experience for fans of family dramas and war-themed narratives.