Every era carries its own burden, and that burden most often falls on the young. The only question is how they choose to carry it. Some wage a quiet, internal battle; some struggle against a sea of problems; others scream at the top of their lungs. The question “What now?” emerges when we have exhausted every possibility, when we are overwhelmed by pressure or darkness, and its weight pulls us deeper than any stone could. There is no right answer to that question, only the hope that what tomorrow brings will be brighter than what yesterday left behind.

The protagonists of this film face different situations that the modern world and society place before young people every day. Each of them turns to destructive behavior as a way out of the sadness left by their past. They all feel trapped, alone, or lost, and the question “What now?” crashes down on them when life delivers a decisive blow. The film portrays reality without embellishment, but also without excessive cynicism or pessimism. Through its protagonists, we may recognize ourselves in certain situations, decisions, and mistakes they have made. By offering an honest portrayal of the present, the society young people live in, and the situations they find themselves in, while resisting a complete resolution, What Now? paints a portrait of young people and the world they inhabit.