Seventeen-year-old Adi (Ciprian Chiujdea) is his parents’ pride. When he is brutally beaten, it is clear that the attack was driven by homophobia. Adi’s sexuality comes as a surprise and exposes him to unspeakable indignities, even making him a trading tool in his father’s dealings with the town’s moneylender.

This stunningly shot drama is a compelling reminder that for some life is far easier away from the family home.

Text by Diana Cipriano, BFI London Film Festival

Visions of Europe returns for its 4th edition, celebrating the breadth of European cinema with a handpicked selection of new releases, previews, festival hits and classics returning to the big screen.

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