A Jordanian man must find a way to tell his childhood friend and first love the truth about what happened twenty years ago, when a single moment changed both of their lives. When he can’t find the words, their conversation repeats, becoming increasingly surreal… until he loses control.
From director Caitlin French McLeod, One Like Him is a stirring 16-minute short about how the past influences the present.
Rooted in love and framed within a queer, Arab lens, the film is about how we grapple with the narratives imposed on us and how we must build our own narratives to express who we truly are – all while overcoming judgement, letting go of internalized shame and turning inwards to look for the answers.
Gorgeously crafted, One Like Him was screened at countless festivals worldwide, including multiple BAFTA and Academy Awards-qualifying events, picking up numerous awards along the way.
Watch a teaser for One Like Him below. The short film is now streaming on Dekkoo.
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