In this animated short, young Winston, who suffers from chronic asthma, isn’t able to participate in the everyday activities of his peers and classmates. He copes with the predicament through his vivid imagination, with paper and crayons. On one particularly rainy afternoon, Winston discovers that the magic of imagination has the power to transform and empower, and his skills and talents save the day. Part of the Talespinners collection, which uses vibrant animation to bring popular children’s stories from a wide range of cultural communities to the screen.
In this animated short film, Winston is frustrated by his asthma, especially when he must miss playing outside at recess. His constant coughing and use of his inhaler cause him to be judged harshly by the other children. Why do the other children exclude Winston from games? Why does Winston feel uncomfortable and different from his classmates? How does Winston cope with his frustration? What changes so that the other children accept Winston?