Cabo Negro - Queer Cinema x COC
About the film
Moroccan friends Soundouss and Jaâfar arrive at a luxury villa in the resort town of Cabo Negro to await Jaâfar’s American lover, who is meant to join them there. The days go by, but the American doesn’t appear or answer Jaâfar’s calls. Left on their own in this place of transience, the villa becomes their refuge — but only for so long. As the harsh cultural and financial realities of life outside the villa creep in, the two friends seek out fleeting moments of connection with the other misfits of Cabo Negro.
Profoundly subtle and rich, celebrated author Abdellah Taïa’s feature debut is an enchanting, tender ode to kinship and generosity between those pushed to the margins of society.
About COC
This Queer Cinema edition is in collaboration with COC Rotterdam. This organization is committed to building a diverse and inclusive society that actively works toward equality and empowerment. They believe that everyone should be able to participate fully and reach their full potential, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or sex characteristics.
In the South Holland South region, COC advocates for the rights and safety of lesbian, gay, bisexual, intersex, trans, and queer people. They create spaces for connection among diverse communities, provide education in schools, and offer information and advice for questions related to LGBTIQ+ issues.
- 19:15
Kies tijdstip
- filmspecial
About the film
Moroccan friends Soundouss and Jaâfar arrive at a luxury villa in the resort town of Cabo Negro to await Jaâfar’s American lover, who is meant to join them there. The days go by, but the American doesn’t appear or answer Jaâfar’s calls. Left on their own in this place of transience, the villa becomes their refuge — but only for so long. As the harsh cultural and financial realities of life outside the villa creep in, the two friends seek out fleeting moments of connection with the other misfits of Cabo Negro.
Profoundly subtle and rich, celebrated author Abdellah Taïa’s feature debut is an enchanting, tender ode to kinship and generosity between those pushed to the margins of society.
About COC
This Queer Cinema edition is in collaboration with COC Rotterdam. This organization is committed to building a diverse and inclusive society that actively works toward equality and empowerment. They believe that everyone should be able to participate fully and reach their full potential, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or sex characteristics.
In the South Holland South region, COC advocates for the rights and safety of lesbian, gay, bisexual, intersex, trans, and queer people. They create spaces for connection among diverse communities, provide education in schools, and offer information and advice for questions related to LGBTIQ+ issues.
