Gabriel

Gabriel

2026 · 10 min · Drama

When a young altar boy encounters the devil during a foot-washing ritual, he must confront the supposed incompatibility of his non-normative sexuality and his faith. Devotion, dominance, ecstasy and shame exist side by side in both cases, shaped by a longing for intimacy and acceptance.

Directed by Felix Hertneck · Written by Ali Kneer

In theaters Oct 21, 2026

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