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Sebastién is a gay acrobat living for the thrill of the circus. Now the oldest acrobat in the troupe, he fears each show could be his last, as an uncertain future awaits. This beautifully languid documentary catches the final leap of a long, idyllic youth.

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Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

12 mins

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Release Date

21 June 2018

Country

United Kingdom

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