Close to You @ Little Theatre

Close To You is a meeting of hearts and minds across generations. Elliot Page, previously known for Juno, makes his first major film appearance since his transition, as a man returning to his family home, uneasily aware that his reception will not be as overwhelmingly positive as he would like. Director Dominic Savage, who appeared in Barry Lyndon 50 years ago, invited Page to take on this role, and the two of them bonded in understanding of what it takes to risk not being accepted by the world, yet still being willing to meet those misrepresentations. It’s a simple story with a complex heart, and Page is terrific as Sam, travelling back to his past while embracing his future; it’s great to see him back on screen again.

SYNOPSIS:
Academy Award Nominee Elliot Page (Juno, The Umbrella Academy, Inception) stars as a trans man who returns to his hometown for the first time in years. On his journey, he confronts his relationship with his family, reunites with a first love, and discovers a newfound confidence in himself. A Toronto International Film Festival premiere

Details
Run time: 1h 40 mins
Director: Dominic Savage
Writer: Dominic Savage, Elliott Page
Cast: Elliot Page, Hillary Baack, Wendy Crewson

Country: USA, UK
Genre: Drama
Language: English