Gutterwitch

Two young men from a rural Irish town grapple with societal pressures and their own desires. Liam and Finn find themselves navigating complicated feelings and the expectations placed upon them in a community that offers little room for deviation from the norm. Their connection is tested as they confront the potential consequences of their bond.

Gutterwitch received positive attention on the festival circuit, lauded for its sensitive portrayal of burgeoning queer identity in a conservative setting. Critics praised its subtle performances and atmospheric direction, though some noted its brevity limited deeper character exploration. Audiences connected with its emotional authenticity and poignant narrative.

• Praised for its authentic and sensitive depiction of young queer relationships.
• The performances are noted for their subtlety and emotional depth.
• Its rural Irish setting adds a layer of authentic tension to the narrative.

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Screened at the Iris Prize Festival, Outfest Fusion Film Festival, and other LGBTQ+ film festivals.

The film was shot on location in County Donegal, Ireland, lending an authentic sense of place to the story.