Keep the Lights On (2012)

2012 · 102 min · Drama, Romance

In 1997 New York City, filmmaker Erik bonds with closeted lawyer Paul after a one-night fling. As their relationship evolves through dysfunctional patterns, Erik struggles to negotiate his own boundaries while being true to himself.

Directed by Ira Sachs. Starring Thure Lindhardt, Zachary Booth, Julianne Nicholson, Souléymane Sy Savané and Justin Reinsilber.

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