Justine is a young woman with a sharp mind, but an equally pronounced tendency towards self-destruction. Trapped in a life that offers her little purpose, she seeks refuge in alcohol. Her only friend, Peach, shares her hopelessness, and together they drift aimlessly through everyday life. Justine's probation officer Leanne and her doctor Dr. Jim are trying hard to get her back on the right track, but she consistently resists their efforts. It is only when she meets the vivacious Rachel that a glimmer of hope seems to emerge. The budding love offers Justine a prospect of happiness and a better future. But her inner demons put the relationship to a hard test, and she must decide whether she can open up to happiness or continue to persist in old patterns. Directed by Jamie Patterson, the film JUSTINE is an intense drama that sheds light on the topics of addiction, self-destruction and the healing power of love. Tallulah Haddon embodies the complex character of Justine with impressive depth, while Sophie Reid takes on the role of the understanding and patient partner Rachel. The chemistry between the two leads gives the film authenticity and emotional depth. JUSTINE was nominated for the Raindance Discovery Award at the British Independent Film Awards 2020, which underlines the independent film scene's recognition of this work. The film premiered at the BFI Flare: London LGBTIQ+ Film Festival 2020 and was subsequently shown at various international festivals. Critics particularly praised the empathetic portrayal of the protagonist and the sensitive staging of the love story.
Justine struggles to find her way in a difficult world. With a strong inclination towards self-destruction, she finds solace in alcohol.
Justine is a young woman with a sharp mind, but an equally pronounced tendency towards self-destruction. Trapped in a life that offers her little purpose, she seeks refuge in alcohol. Her only friend, Peach, shares her hopelessness, and together they drift aimlessly through everyday life. Justine's probation officer Leanne and her doctor Dr. Jim are trying hard to get her back on the right track, but she consistently resists their efforts. It is only when she meets the vivacious Rachel that a glimmer of hope seems to emerge. The budding love offers Justine a prospect of happiness and a better future. But her inner demons put the relationship to a hard test, and she must decide whether she can open up to happiness or continue to persist in old patterns.
Directed by Jamie Patterson, the film JUSTINE is an intense drama that sheds light on the topics of addiction, self-destruction and the healing power of love. Tallulah Haddon embodies the complex character of Justine with impressive depth, while Sophie Reid takes on the role of the understanding and patient partner Rachel. The chemistry between the two leads gives the film authenticity and emotional depth.
JUSTINE was nominated for the Raindance Discovery Award at the British Independent Film Awards 2020, which underlines the independent film scene's recognition of this work. The film premiered at the BFI Flare: London LGBTIQ+ Film Festival 2020 and was subsequently shown at various international festivals. Critics particularly praised the empathetic portrayal of the protagonist and the sensitive staging of the love story.