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Credits

Director-screenwriter

Amrou Al-Kadhi
With

Bilal Hasna, Louis Greatorex, Safiyya Inga
UK 2024. 96min
Courtesy of

Curzon Film
Languages

English, Arabic

With English subtitles
Certificate
15 BBFC

Introduction

Amrou Al-Kadhi’s first feature considers the relationship between Palestinian-British drag performer Layla and their white, straightlaced new love interest, Max. Thrown together by fate, their enjoyment of each other is increasingly complicated by urgent questions of difference, forcing both to confront the bittersweet nature of attraction. What does it mean to love someone and how much are you willing to compromise?

James Bell

Content warning

Contains flashing images and sexual scenes.

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