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Lúbtha (2019)

2019-02-01 · 14m · EN
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A short film inspired by true events and follows the story of a teenager dealing with his sexuality whilst having to grow up in early 90s Northern Ireland. As physical and mental abuse become a daily struggle, Fintan retreats into a world of anger and silence. With no solution on the horizon, he yearns to escape from the small town he’s been trapped in all his life, bringing nothing but his younger brother. As he comes closer to planning his journey to freedom, one night he is shown the reality of acceptance and love.

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Ethan McDowellDirector

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Oliver ScullionOliver ScullionFintanConor GormallyConor GormallyCaelanJosh HegartyJosh HegartySéamusCiara GallagherCiara GallagherMrs. MurphyGeraldine GalliganGeraldine GalliganFintan's MumKyran GillowayKyran GillowayBoy with gun

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LgbtGay interestGay themeShort film

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Genre affinityDramaTheme affinityLgbt · Gay Interest · Gay ThemeDialogue densityDramaPacingShortDirector preference1339409Actor preference620971 · 1828740 · 1828741

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What is Lúbtha about?

A short film inspired by true events and follows the story of a teenager dealing with his sexuality whilst having to grow up in early 90s Northern Ireland. As physical and mental abuse become a daily struggle, Fintan retreats into a world of anger and silence. With no solution on the horizon, he yearns to escape from the small town he’s been trapped in all his life, bringing nothing but his younger brother. As he comes closer to planning his journey to freedom, one night he is shown the reality of acceptance and love.

How long is Lúbtha?

Lúbtha has a runtime of 14 minutes.