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Vis à Vis
When a government official comes to inspect Richard and Martin’s relationship for visa approval, it is clear that all is not as it seems.
Director: Dan Connolly
Overview
When a government official comes to inspect Richard and Martin’s relationship for visa approval, it is clear that all is not as it seems. Cue hilarious consequences as the two men will stop at nothing to hide their true identity. Will Martin get visa approval or will things turn out for the worst?
Included in the short film compilation Trick & Treat, as part of POUT Fest 2015, a touring and online film festival from Peccadillo Pictures, supported by the BFI.
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