Movement Practitioner (2023)

Subtitles for: Movement Practitioner (2023)

A poignant documentary that follows the life of Niels Claes, an award-winning contemporary dancer. The film explores Niels' present-day success and delves into his turbulent past, marked by bullying and a struggle to find acceptance. From being a gay dancer among heterosexual jocks to being counted out as an aspiring dancer who is a dime a dozen, he has had to fight his way. By presenting the dancer's story in reverse order, the documentary reveals the challenges he faced as a non-conformist in his youth and his journey toward empowerment.