Softer (2019)
In the final days of the American Civil War, Ishmael prepares to leave his life as a slave for freedom. However, before he departs, he has to end the problematic sexual relationship with his master, Mr. Charlie, in order to fully survive in the new world as whole as he can be. Adapted by queer black-Filipino playwright Roger Q. Mason from his original stage play, SOFTER uses a historical lens in order to explore contemporary issues of consent and race within the LGBT community.
Director: Lovell Holder
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: October 19, 2019
Cast
- Terrell Carter - Ishmael
- Rick Cosnett - Charlie
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lovell Holder
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Softer about?
- In the final days of the American Civil War, Ishmael prepares to leave his life as a slave for freedom. However, before he departs, he has to end the problematic sexual relationship with his master, Mr. Charlie, in order to fully survive in the new world as whole as he can be. Adapted by queer black-Filipino playwright Roger Q. Mason from his original stage play, SOFTER uses a historical lens in order to explore contemporary issues of consent and race within the LGBT community.
- Who directed Softer?
- Softer was directed by Lovell Holder.
- Who stars in Softer?
- Softer stars Terrell Carter, Rick Cosnett.
- How long is Softer?
- Softer has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).