Sebastian

classified 18
Film

Tue 8 - Thu 17 April

Director
Mikko Mäkelä
Cast
Ruaridh Mollica, Hiftu Quasem, Jonathan Hyde
Details
110 mins, 2024, UK, Finand
Primary language
English

Sebastian explores the transgressive power of queer sexuality and the transformative impact of embracing a new identity.

Max, a 25-year-old aspiring writer living in London, works at a literary magazine and is on the verge of finding success in the local literary scene. By night, however, he moonlights as a sex worker to research his debut novel. What begins as a series of furtive meetings soon evolves into a secret nocturnal life as his alter ego, 'Sebastian'.

In a fearless lead performance from newcomer Ruraridh Mollica, Max’s emotions shift from ecstasy to shame and exhilarating liberation. Far from merely informing his autobiographical fiction, Max’s experiences as Sebastian awaken a deeper sense of self—unshackled from societal expectations—all while threatening his carefully-earned status in the literary community.

The Tue 8 April 18:00 screening will be followed by a Q&A with the film's director Mikko Mäkelä and producer James Watson.

  • Sebastian on Tue 15 Apr is part of our Cinébites deal: get 30% off any main dish in the Café & Bar with a valid ticket.

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