Inspired by real-life events, The Orphan is the story of Jonathas, a young boy living in a children’s home, awaiting adoption. Taken home for a trial period by a married couple, he’s soon “returned” due to his effeminate mannerisms.
Beautifully capturing the fluidity of identity in dreamy, languid cinematography, this queer short film explores the underside of adoption in subtly devastating terms. A ravishing tale of a young person’s quest for approval and belonging, The Orphan won the Queer Palm award at Cannes Film Festival.
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Johnnie To, 2008, Hong Kong
Götz Spielmann, 2008, Austria
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