Sebastian

He lives in London, works in publishing and is writing his first book. His name is Max, but at night he introduces himself as Sebastian. He arranges sex for money and becomes the protagonist of his novel himself. As he immerses himself in the intimacy and challenges of this dual reality, he has to face questions about his own identity and ambitions. And also about boundaries in human relationships.

This subtle but bold approach to queer themes shows the protagonist’s struggles from a unique perspective. ‘Sebastian’ is a poignant story about acceptance and self-discovery, with a deep character portrait and an authentic look at queer reality.

🏆 Image + Nation Festival Cinema LGBT Montreal Film Festival 2024 – Best Feature Film, Audience Choice Award
🏆 Sundance Film Festival 2024 – Grand Jury Prize, Nominee
🏆 Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival 2024 – Best International Feature, Nominee

🚫 18+

directed & written:


Mikko Mäkelä

cast:


Ruaridh Mollica, Hiftu Quasem, Jonathan Hyde, Ingvar Sigurdsson, Dylan Brady, Pedro Minas, Matthias Moret, Akbar Kurtha, Laurent Maria, Lara Rossi

music:


Ilari Heinilä

cinematography:


Iikka Salminen

production:


United Kingdom, Finland, Belgium 2024

running time:


110 minutes

category:


feature film

English/Polish subtitles

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