Keep the Lights On

2012 | B/N | 101:00

Documentary filmmaker Erik and closeted lawyer Paul meet through a casual encounter, but soon find a deeper connection and become a couple. In a nearly decade-long relationship marked by highs, lows, and dysfunctional patterns, Erik struggles to negotiate his own boundaries and dignity while staying true to himself.

Country: Estados Unidos
Direction: Sachs; Ira
Script: Zacharias; Mauricio, Sachs; Ira
Production: Guirgis; Marie-Therese, Joaquin; Lucas, Sachs; Ira
Photography: Bakatakis; Thimios
Sound: Hubbard; Rob L., van Deusen; Brett
Music: Russell; Arthur
Cast:Steen; Paprika, Nicholson; Julianne, Lindhardt; Thure, Booth; Zachary
Art direction: Williams; Amy
Participation year at FICM: 2024

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