Closing Time

Closing Time

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Release Date

10/9/2026

Runtime

60 mins

Overview

"Closing Time" sees Mo, a gifted but undocumented migrant working in his uncle’s kebab shop, keep his culinary ambitions hidden until he meets Laila, a thoughtful lawyer trapped in a stagnant engagement. Their connection grows over late-night conversations and cooking sessions, where Laila encourages Mo to pursue his dreams and he gently challenges her to confront the life she’s settled for.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

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Revenue

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A tender after-hours romance set in a kebab shop where two people quietly encourage each other to become who they really want to be. It's a film about the small revolutions we spark in each other through genuine connection.

Mood

RomanticHopefulBittersweetIntimate

Themes

LoveAmbitionIdentityMigrationComing apart

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Meditative

Look

Naturalistic

Structure

Two-hander

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