Bursting at the Seams

A movie about girlhood and accepting ourselves, as women

Narrations of 3 women about their experiences, their inner fight with being feminine and masculine, and their acceptance journeys.

2024

Animation·Documentary·Drama

0h 3min

Top Billed Cast

Adriana Andrade
Adriana
Luana Rodrigues
Luana
Daniela Tietzen
Daniela

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