The Lawyer (2020)
The Lawyer
”A gay lawyer's life is shaken after his estranged father's death, leading to an unexpected connection with a Syrian refugee sex worker in Belgrade.”
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"Advokatas" is an unusual movie, to say the least. Firstly, director Romas Zabarauskas draws attention by telling the story of a gay lawyer, who breaks heteronormative patterns and stereotypes usually associated with the law and justice environment. Then, at another point, the narrative gives a new dimension to this story by following the protagonist's mourning for his father's death and a consequent identity crisis. The highlight goes to Eimutis Kvosciauskas' performance, who manages to mix the unpredictability of his character's situations with unparalleled sensitivity.
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Life drifts by for gay corporate lawyer Marius, his time spent teasing friends and chasing young lovers. One day, Marius' estranged father dies. Mourning turns to love as the lawyer finds an unanticipated connection with a sex-cam worker Ali - a Syrian refugee stuck in Belgrade.
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