Get ready for a powerful and intimate exploration of identity and family with the upcoming film, Close to You, hitting theaters nationwide on August 16th.
Directed by Dominic Savage (who also co-wrote the screenplay with Elliot Page), the film delves into the emotional complexities of returning home after a transformative experience. Page, who also shares a "Story by" credit, portrays Sam, a transgender man who hasn't set foot in his hometown for four years, not since his transition. Now, faced with his father's birthday, he must confront the past and navigate the terrain of changed relationships.
Close to You promises a layered and poignant journey. Sam's homecoming stirs up unresolved wounds, forcing him to grapple with his evolving self-image and the expectations of his family. The film also hints at a reconnection with an old friend, adding another dimension to the emotional landscape.
This collaboration between Savage and Page seems particularly noteworthy. The film garnered critical acclaim at prestigious festivals including the Toronto International Film Festival, BFI Flare London LGBTQ+ Film Festival, and NewFest. Early buzz suggests a powerful exploration of self-discovery, family dynamics, and the challenges of navigating a changed identity within the familiar.
The film promises to be a deeply personal and important story, brought to life through a collaboration built on trust and a shared vision.