SQIFF Closer Real Boy

‘I just want to be loved by my family,’ says Bennett, a nineteen year old trans man. ‘But for my family, it’s not as simple as that.’ Ben’s mum is having a hard time coming to terms with her child changing. His dad and sister no longer speak to him. But thanks to social media, Ben meets a whole network of people who support him, including best friend Dylan and Joe Stevens, a trans musician. With their support, Ben comes to terms with his identity and begins to build bridges with his family. Real Boy is raw and breathtakingly honest, creating a sense of awe at the resilience and courage of its subjects.

Preceded by the presentation of our Festival awards, the SQIFFies.

ACCESS: Level access at entrance with lift up to first floor for Theatre space. Accessible toilets on first floor (CCA). Film screening with subtitles for D/deaf and hard of hearing access. Audio description available. BSL interpreted for awards presentation.