Stoma (2020)

5.2/10 • 99 min • Drama

Overview

The film follows an emotionally harrowing journey endured by young gay photographer Alex, after he is diagnosed with peritoneal cancer. Abandoned by his brother and his on-again, off-again lover, Alex is forced to face his mortality and the loss of his sexual identity through sheer resilience. A devastating, but ultimately hopeful story of survival and resolve.

Cast

Lam Yiu-Sing

Derek Tsang Kwok-Cheung

Michèle Hirsig

Anjo Leung

Jürg Plüss

Ruth Schwegler

Alex Wong

Dr. Lam

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