Boss Cat

From Australian director Genevieve Clay-Smith, comes her debut feature BOSSCAT, a heartwarming drama filled with energy, enthusiasm and optimism, made with an inclusive cast and crew from Bus Stop Films. When her mother suddenly passes away, 23 year-old Sonja (Olivia Hargroder), a young woman with Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), fights to keep the family home and prove she can live independently. Her estranged grandmother Doris (Penny Downie) thinks stability means selling the house and moving Sonja into group care, while younger sister Emma (Julia Savage) is caught between loyalty and her own aspirations. Inspired by her new friend Hakim (Elijah Williams), Sonja stands up to Doris by expressing herself through krumping, an energetic dance style that releases frustration. A stirring debut feature about individuality and independence, BOSS CAT is anchored by a fearless lead performance and is a testament to the power of resilience, creative expression, and love.