In his stunning film And Then We Danced (shown by Buxton Film in 2021), director Levan Akin explored the margins of acceptability in Georgian society. He returns to this theme in his new film which is a moving and tender tale of identity, acceptance and unlikely connection that transcends borders and generations. A retired schoolteacher living in Georgia, sets off to Istanbul to bring home her estranged niece. Exploring the hidden depths of the city, they cross paths with a transgender lawyer called Evrim, who helps them in their search. Humanistic and compassionate, Crossing is a heartfelt portrayal of overcoming the degrees of separation that divide us. With a wonderful soundtrack a road journey through Turkey, the bridge over the Bosphorus into the seldom-seen areas of Istanbul together with fantastic performances the film is a must see.
Cast: Mzia Arabuli, Lucas Kankava, Deniz Dumanli
Director: Levan Akin