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Softer

201910mLovell Holder

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In the final days of the American Civil War, Ishmael prepares to leave his life as a slave for freedom. However, before he departs, he has to end the problematic sexual relationship with his master, Mr. Charlie, in order to fully survive in the new world as whole as he can be. Adapted by queer black-Filipino playwright Roger Q. Mason from his original stage play, SOFTER uses a historical lens in order to explore contemporary issues of consent and race within the LGBT community.

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What is Softer (2019) about?

In the final days of the American Civil War, Ishmael prepares to leave his life as a slave for freedom. However, before he departs, he has to end the problematic sexual relationship with his master, Mr. Charlie, in order to fully survive in the new world as whole as he can be. Adapted by queer black-Filipino playwright Roger Q. Mason from his original stage play, SOFTER uses a historical lens in…

Who stars in Softer?

Softer stars Terrell Carter (Ishmael), Rick Cosnett (Charlie). The film was directed by Lovell Holder.

How long is Softer?

Softer has a runtime of 10 min and premiered in 2019.

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