Robbert Rodenburg

On sunny Curaçao, the sarcastic Emy (Carré Albers) works at a five-star hotel for the rich and famous. Her life takes an unexpected turn when the charming movie star Nathan Levi (Twan Kuyper) visits the hotel.

Tom and Ajani are outsiders in their small conservative village in The Netherlands. Together, they dream of freedom and a new life as film students in Amsterdam, where their relationship no longer has to be a secret. When they finally leave their old life in the countryside behind, they are confronted with the norms and social constructs of the big city that turn out to be completely different than what they imagined. While Ajani thrives in the Amsterdam queer scene, Tom struggles to find his place, putting a strain on their now public relationship. In this new world, freed from always being hated for who they are, who will they become?

A powerful documentary following presenter Robbert Rodenburg as he confronts his past growing up gay in a conservative Christian community. Despite his public success, Robbert has long felt not fully accepted due to the church’s stance on homosexuality. After years of silence, he opens up—sharing his story, revisiting his former school and church, and speaking with his family in search of healing and answers. The film sheds light on the importance of growing up in an environment where you can be yourself and shows how even a small gesture can make a big difference for the LGBTQ+ community.