A foray into the deceiving world of family politics, “Growing Pains” follows Ginny, a vivacious 8 year old who convinces Dan, her workaholic dad, to ditch work and take her to her Saturday soccer game. At the park, she uncovers a secret about her father that shatters her sense of security and trust. Her situation worsens when her father selfishly tries to make her conceal her discovery, sending her reeling into a whirlwind of conflicting and overwhelming emotions. “Growing Pains” explores the pain and confusion many children confront in realizing that their parents are flawed. The film takes us into the deceiving world of family politics and illustrates the fragility of a child’s innocence and trust.