Leave Me Not

LEAVE ME NOT
Fictional Documentary Drama

The protection of children is a fundamental value in every society that cannot be ignored. This film highlights the crisis of the Hungarian social welfare system and the daily struggles of those working within it, through the lens of a child’s life who grows up as a victim of the system.

The story unfolds across three parallel threads:

1. The Birthday Party – Four social workers, gathered to celebrate a mutual friend, share stories about the challenges of the child protection system through the life of Boldizsár, a fictional character. Following Boldizsár’s journey, the film reveals the system's flaws and the daily struggles of the professionals. The four seasons—Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn—symbolize their internal battles and the fight against burnout.
2. Boldizsár’s Story – Trapped in homelessness and bureaucracy, Boldizsár struggles to break free from the system. Four vignettes track his suffering as the film delves into themes of loneliness, disappointment, exclusion, and hopelessness.
3. The Political Context – The third thread of the film examines the political background of social care, presenting current legislation, speeches by government officials, and public statements. Through this, the viewer gains insight into the functioning of the social welfare system, while the film also conveys key moments, facts, and statistics to emphasize the need for systemic reform.

The goal of Leave Me Not is to highlight the flaws within the social welfare system through the life of a child, while urging the urgent need for societal responsibility. The film presents a tragic story that underscores the inevitability of reform within the child protection system. . ..