Layla + Filmmaker Q&A

Set against a background of the East London queer scene, director Amrou Al-Kadhi’s semi-autobiographical LAYLA is a joyful and exhilarating debut feature from one of London’s best-loved drag queens. Up-and-coming British-Palestinian drag queen Layla is lighting up the local club scene when they unexpectedly catch the attention of Max, an advertising executive. Swept up in an intoxicating romance, Layla is soon faced with some difficult choices… Newcomer Bilal Hasna shines in the film’s title role under Al-Kadhi’s energetic direction, plus there’s a shimmering soundtrack from Perfume Genius, MUNA, Self Esteem–who appears in a supporting role–and more. Followed by an in person Q&A with director Amrou Al-Kadhi hosted by actor, activist and presenter Jameela JamilLayla + Filmmaker Q&A showing at: November 23, 6:45 pm
Layla + Filmmaker Q&A

Location: Rio Cinema107 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2PB3

2024-11-23T18:45:00+00:00PT1H40M2024-11-23T20:35:00+00:00386
Bilal Hasna
Louis Greatorex
Safiyya Ingar
Amrou Al-Kadhi
Layla + Filmmaker Q&A"
Rio Cinema