Next of Kin

Next of Kin

2025 · 36 min · ★ 5.7 · Drama

Fred is a drag queen performing on a cabaret stage when he learns that his father, Jean, has died. In the emergency room, he comes face to face with his ghost. Over the three days following this event, Fred and his sister Cassandre try to organize Jean's funeral while Fred seems to be the only one to see him.

Directed by Florent Gouëlou · Written by Florent Gouëlou

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