18 Jul

19:00

Plein Theater

Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

A non-binary Arab drag artist, Layla, navigates a complex romance with a marketing manager, confronting truths about desire, self-denial, and the price of being seen.

WorldPride Month x Cinemien: Layla

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Layla is a non-binary Arab drag artist who moves with flair on stage, but behind the glitter lies a deep longing for true love and recognition. During their performance at a condescending corporate Pride event, Layla catches the eye of Max, a charming marketing manager with a seemingly open mind.

What begins as a whirlwind romance full of passion and promise gradually turns into something more complex. As Layla slowly begins to adjust their identity to hold on to Max's love, both are confronted with uncomfortable truths about desire, self-denial, and the price of being seen (or not being seen).

Film Details

Director: Amrou Al-Kadhi
Cast: Bilal Hasna, Darkwah, Louis Greatorex, Tim Bowie
Producers: British Film Institute, Film4, Significant Productions
Country: United Kingdom
Languages: Arabic, English
Year: 2024
Length: 100 min

July 2026: WorldPride Month at Plein Theater

Plein Theater celebrates queerness with a bold and motley programme full of theatre, film, drag, and performance!

Throughout the year, but especially during the month of July, Plein Theater gives unfiltered visibility to film and emerging artists engaging with queer themes. This year in the spirit of the extraordinary WorldPride Amsterdam, which theme UNITY stands for solidarity, connection, and a shared fight for equality.

An important part of the programme originates from an open call as part of our co-creation programme, where shared ownership and participation are key. Ten emerging and talented artists present work that engages with queer perspectives, identity, the body, freedom, and the many ways in which we can celebrate ourselves and each other.

From 15th to 19th of July we screen ten queer films by the feminist film collective Cinemien! For decades, Cinemien has been a pioneer in showcasing powerful women’s stories, LGBTQIA+ perspectives, and groundbreaking documentaries.