Layla

Layla is a struggling Arab drag queen who hides their insecurities behind a radical facade. Performing at a corporate Pride party, they catch the eye of Max, a successful white gay man whose attentions sweep Layla off their feet. The two start an intoxicating romance, but as Layla starts to alter who they are in order to keep Max’s affections, they both have to face uncomfortable truths.

Director Amrou Al-Kadhi

Screenplay Amrou Al-Kadhi

Producer Savannah James-Bayly

Cast Bilal Hasna, Louis Greatorex, Safiyya Ingar, Terique Jarrett and Sarah Agha

Sales agent Independent & WME

UK distributor Curzon

Broadcaster Film4

Credits summary A Fox Club Films production, supported by Significant Productions, Film4 and BFI

Festival highlights BFI London Film Festival