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Departures

Pre-recorded Q&A with directors Neil Ely and Lloyd Eyre-Morgan followed by a post-screening Happy Hour

2025. 82 m. Neil Ely and Lloyd Eyre-Morgan. Strand Releasing. UK. English. Rated NR.

When Benji encounters Jake at an airport departures gate, there is instant chemistry they cannot ignore. Inspired by true-life events, what begins as a thrilling monthly getaway to Amsterdam unravels into a relationship with complex power dynamics. Dumped and heartbroken, Benji spirals into addiction and hook-ups. The only way for Benji to move forward, is to go back…

A must-see British comedy-drama created by a collective of working-class LGBT+ filmmakers, Departures is a darkly comic, emotionally charged, raw and raucous story about the dizzying highs of love and the crushing lows of heartbreak. A queer Trainspotting for today.

"There is plenty here for viewers to relate to, whether or not they’ve ever gone to those extremes. There’s also an ample supply of humour, with laugh-out-loud moments occurring in the bleakest situations."
Jennie Kermode, Eye for Film
"This film feels like a Danny Boyle moment, injecting some much-needed dynamism into the genre. This is grass-roots cinema at its best. Stark, moving, edgy and drole, this is a genuinely exceptional feature debut."
Ben Turner, The Pink Lens

SPECIAL EVENTS

Pre-recorded Q&A with directors Neil Ely and Lloyd Eyre-Morgan

Thursday, Jun. 4 2026, 7:00

Born within an hour of each other... Lloyd Eyre Morgan and Neil Ely are a British directing duo known for their dynamic and often humorous approach to storytelling. They gained recognition with their feature film debut, 'Departures' a drama exploring a dysfunctional LGBTQ+ relationship set in Manchester and Amsterdam. Their work is often marked by social commentary, emotional depth, and a strong cinematic aesthetic. The duo has worked across a range of mediums, including film, television, and music videos, blending their dry British wit with compelling narratives. Most recently they have wrapped on their second feature film ‘Charlines' Lloyd and Neil's collaborative approach continues to make waves in the UK entertainment scene, with a growing reputation for sexy and impactful films.

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