A dreamy, gentle character study of Harvey, a shy fat man who hardly dares to talk to anyone. His life takes a turn when he comes across ‘Cherub’, a gay magazine for ‘big men and their admirers’. Subtly, this feature debut film immerses us in a peculiar, silent world where sexuality and alternative beauty standards are scrutinized. Gorgeous compositions, grainy colors and static images let us fully experience (anti-)hero Harvey.

This screening takes place in collaboration with Internationaal Filmfestival Assen, one of the oldest film festivals with an (intersectional) feminist tradition in Europe. They focus on films that question or break stereotypical gender or gender roles and patterns. The festival takes place this year from March 6 until 9. Visit https://filmfestivalassen.nl/ for information about the programme.

-Hil

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