Moonlight, winner of the 2017 Oscar award.
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This is an American drama film directed by Barry Jenkins. The story unfolds in three acts and follows the life of Chiron, a young African-American boy who struggles to find his identity and his place in the world while facing the adversity of his environment.
The film begins in the childhood of Chiron, who lives in a Miami neighborhood marked by violence and poverty.
Raised by his mother, Paula (Naomie Harris), a woman addicted to drugs, Chiron feels isolated and vulnerable.
During this time, he is taken in by Juan (Mahershala Ali), a drug dealer who becomes a father figure to him.
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Juan and his girlfriend, Teresa (Janelle Monáe), offer Chiron a temporary refuge and some stability in his chaotic life. Through his relationship with Juan, Chiron begins to explore his identity and sexuality, even as he faces bullying at school for being different.
The second act focuses on Chiron's adolescence, where his life becomes even more complicated. In high school, he is bullied and feels increasingly alienated.
His relationship with his mother deteriorates, and Chiron feels caught between his desire to be authentic and the pressure to conform to society's expectations.
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Despite his internal struggle, he develops a deep connection with his friend Kevin (Jaden Piner), which leads him to experience his first romantic relationship. However, a violent incident at school causes Chiron to feel betrayed and leads him to make drastic decisions.
The third act shows Chiron as an adult, now played by Trevante Rhodes. He has assumed a new identity as “Black,” a muscular, tough man who has become a drug dealer, similar to Juan.
However, despite his tough exterior, Chiron is still dealing with his inner pain and his search for connection.
An unexpected encounter with Kevin (André Holland), who now works in a restaurant, leads him to confront his past and his repressed feelings.
Through this meeting, Chiron has the opportunity to open up and explore his true identity, facing his fears and the love he has always longed for.
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This is a movie that shows us the struggle of a man, Chiron, who strives to find purpose and meaning In a society plagued by moral decadence, one where there's a dominance of evil social vices.
It's the type that connects to one's heart, leaving us thirsting to see what becomes of the main character.
From your review, it's definitely a must-watch.