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  "textContent": "\"I don't need help... I'm a frickin' boss!\" Madman Films revealed the first official trailer for the Australian indie comedy called Boss Cat, a bright and exuberant coming-of-age film about a young woman with Down Syndrome. Starring Olivia Hargroder in the lead role as Sonja. This is premiering this month at the 2026 Sydney Film Festival this winter in Australia, then opens in cinemas there in December. After her mother dies, a woman with Trisomy 21 (aka Down Syndrome) must campaign against the plans of her estranged grandma to sell the family home and send her away. To gain the support she needs, she must first channel an explosive temper into something more positive... Krump dance. SFF's intro: \"A rousing World Premiere about family, friendship and the power of krumping. A heartwarming Sydney production made with an inclusive cast and crew from Bus Stop Films.\" This stars Hargroder with Penny Downie, Julia Savage, Chris Bunton, and Elijah Williams. This is a wonderful first trailer, introducing Sonja along with a look at all the vivid and exciting dance scenes. This seems like it might be a major hit! Definitely worth a watch. Here's the first official trailer for Genevieve Clay-Smith's comedy film Boss Cat, direct from YouTube: 23-year-old Sonja (Olivia Hargroder) lives with Trisomy 21 (aka Down Syndrome) and must fight […]",
  "title": "First Trailer for 'Boss Cat' Down Syndrome Australian Indie Comedy"
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