Rebel (2012 film)

Rebel is a 2012 Canadian war drama film directed by Kim Nguyen. The film is set during the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo and focuses on Komona, a 12-year-old girl who is kidnapped from her village and forced to become a child soldier for a rebel army. The film follows her experiences as she navigates the brutal realities of war, forms relationships with other child soldiers, and ultimately seeks to escape the conflict and find her way back to a normal life. Rebel explores themes of trauma, resilience, the exploitation of children in war, and the complex moral landscape of armed conflict. The film received critical acclaim for its powerful performances, realistic depiction of war, and nuanced portrayal of the psychological effects of violence on children. It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film at the 85th Academy Awards.