Tiger Stripes (2023)

Plot

Twelve-year-old Zaffan navigates the challenges of adolescence in a rural Malaysian town, grappling with rapid changes in her body. As hysteria erupts among her peers, their fear leads them to shun her. A doctor is called to exorcise what they believe to be a demon tormenting the girls. Feeling like a tiger forced from its domain, Zaffan chooses to embrace her true self, unleashing her inner strength, anger, and beauty. Her journey becomes a powerful exploration of identity and resilience in the face of societal fear and misunderstanding.