Elliot Page is set to kick off the BFI Flare, London's LGBTQIA+ film festival, with the European premiere of 'Close to You' in the U.K. The film, directed by Dominic Savage, marks Page's return to the big screen after a hiatus since 2017. Page expressed his excitement about the project, highlighting the joy of creating and being creative.
'Close to You' is a unique acting experience for Page, as much of the film was improvised, adding a natural and authentic feel to the on-screen interactions. The storyline follows Sam, a trans man revisiting his family in small-town Canada after years of avoiding his past, leading to emotional confrontations with old acquaintances.
