Cool Kids Don't Cry is an adaptation of the famous children's novel "Achtste Groepers Huilen Niet" by Jacques Vriens. The movie follows the story of Akkie, a tough girl who has a love for soccer and tends to be a bully to those around her. However, despite her tough exterior, Akkie is afraid of love and vulnerability.
One day, Akkie is diagnosed with Leukemia, a life-threatening illness that forces her to fight for her life. She goes through treatments and struggles to come to terms with her mortality. Meanwhile, on the verge of going to high school, Akkie must learn to let love into her life and find the courage to accept her fate.
Throughout the film, Akkie's character evolves as she realizes the importance of love and how it can help her and her loved ones through tough times. Along the way, she learns valuable life lessons about compassion, vulnerability, and strength.
The movie is emotional and heartwarming, touching on the realities of illness and the challenges that come with it. It encourages viewers to love and support those around them despite their flaws, and to cherish every moment of life.