‘Pariah’ Review: An Important and Untold Story of Identity
'Pariah' tells a powerful, mesmerizing, and unflinchingly honest story of identity.
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What happens when two broken people meet? David has just been left by his wife after trying to have a baby for years. Sandra has managed to escape her abusive boyfriend. David and Sandra's paths cross, and David takes Sandra home to care for her injuries. Later, they begin an odd relationship where both fulfill each other's demands. David feels needed and appreciated. Sandra has finally met someone who cares and treats her with respect. At the same time, the couple becomes increasingly isolated from the outside world. Why is it that David doesn't want to be seen with Sandra? And why is it that none of David's friends or family have ever seen Sandra? David's true colors become more and more apparent as he uses suppressive techniques. Does Sandra and David's relationship have a future, or is there a great tragedy around the corner?
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What happens when two broken people meet? David has just been left by his wife after trying to have a baby for years. Sandra has managed to escape her abusive boyfriend. David and Sandra's paths cross, and David takes Sandra home to care for her injuries. Later, they begin an odd relationship where both fulfill each other's demands. David feels needed and appreciated. Sandra has finally met someone who cares and treats her with respect. At the same time, the couple becomes increasingly isolated from the outside world. Why is it that David doesn't want to be seen with Sandra? And why is it that none of David's friends or family have ever seen Sandra? David's true colors become more and more apparent as he uses suppressive techniques. Does Sandra and David's relationship have a future, or is there a great tragedy around the corner?
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Arek Delbowski
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Runtime:124 minutes
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