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Pierce (18*)

Queer East Festival 2025

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​In this tense thriller, a young Taiwanese fencer reconnects with his estranged older brother, a convicted killer. 

​Zi-Jie is a young Taiwanese fencer who reconnects with his estranged older brother Zi-Han, who is released from juvenile prison, having been sent there for killing an opponent during a fencing competition. In this tense, slow-burn thriller, director Nelicia Low explores the unconscious desires and repressed cruelty that shape the brothers’ relationship. 

Please note this film contains scenes of violence.

Queer East Festival

Cinema 2

Location
Barbican Cinema 1 is located within the main Barbican building on Level -2. Head to Level G and walk towards the Lakeside Terrace where you’ll find stairs and lifts to take you down to the venue floor.   

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.