From acclaimed director Levan Akin (And Then We Danced), CROSSING is a tale of identity, acceptance and unlikely connection that transcends borders and generations. Lia, a retired school teacher living in Georgia, hears from a young neighbour Achi that her long lost niece Tekla, a transgender woman, has crossed the border into Turkey. Hoping to bring Tekla home after a period of estrangement, Lia travels to Istanbul with the unpredictable Achi to find her. Exploring the hidden depths of the city, they cross paths with a transgender lawyer called Evrim, who helps them in their search.



Crossing

1h 45m

Director: Levan Akin
Cast: Mzia Arabuli, Lucas Kanava, Deniz Dumanli

UK Release: Cinemas 19th July - MUBI 30th August 2024