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Fri 15 May - Sun 17 May

Benji encounters Jake at an airport gate, sensing attraction. Their relationship unfolds through Amsterdam trips and intimacy, revealing complex power dynamics.

A drama that dissects a toxic relationship with humour and raw emotion. Inspired by real heartbreak. What begins as a thrilling monthly getaways to Amsterdam, unravels into an unfortunate relationship of inconvenience. But for Benji the only way to move forward, is to go back...

The Northern Light Cinema Sale:

Fri 15 May 18:00

Sat 16 May 20:20

The Northern Light Cinema Stretford:

Sat 16 May 18:00

Sun 17 May 19:00

  “Neil Ely and Lloyd Eyre-Morgan’s Departures isn’t just one of the best gay movies of the year so far; it’s one of the most insightful, as perfectly timed comedy, powerful drama, and lived experience combine to create a one-of-a-kind movie” —  Cinerama Film
  “a Danny Boyle moment for British queer cinema..” —  Shadows on the Wall
  “Honest, raw, tough, wildly funny and powerfully heartfelt...Russell T Davies” —  The Pink Lens
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Dates

  • Fri 15 May '26 18:00
  • Sat 16 May '26 18:00
  • Sat 16 May '26 20:20
  • Sun 17 May '26 19:00
Times

Times vary

Price

Prices start at £10

Duration

85 mins

Age

18+

Space

The Northern Light Cinema Sale & The Northern Light Cinema Stretford

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