Hero Steps

This feature debut from Colombian writer-director Henry Rincón centers on Eduardo, a ten-year-old boy who has more than his share of harrowing challenges: he is poor, a victim of Colombia's armed conflict, and is missing a leg. Yet, with the help of his music teacher and some valiant friends, Eduardo is determined follow through with what he considers his mission: to participate in a children's soccer tournament without being discovered. (Miami Film Festival)