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Young Hearts + ScreenTalk with dir Anthony Schatteman hosted by TGirlsonFilm's Jaye Hudson (12A)

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Director Anthony Schatteman joins us to discuss his tender coming-of-age film that captures the thrill and awkward beauty of first love.

Thirteen year-old Elias falls in love for the first time, realising that he is attracted to his new neighbour, Alexander. Confused by these feelings, he turns to his friends and family but is only met with more questions.

Elias sets out to prove that he is worthy of Alexander’s heart, whilst also confronting his inner turmoil, and the result is a heartfelt story of first love, self-discovery, and acceptance. 

Anthony Schatteman’s first feature is gentle and sincere in its exploration of how burgeoning gay love shapes identity in a supposedly neutral world, told with warmth and humour.

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Film information
  • Release year   2025
  • Country   Belgium
  • Director   Anthony Schatteman
  • Runtime   1 hr 39 min

Cinema 3

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.