The Pass
“Sometimes winning means losing yourself.”
Synopsis
The night before their debut game, two professional soccer players share a kiss. In a sporting world where image is everything, this surprising ‘pass’ sets the men up for a contrasting decade of fame and failure, full of secrets and denial.
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The Pass - Official Trailer - Available on DVD and Digital Download NowOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-08-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
BFI Flare: London LGBT Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 8, 2018
VOD & Digital Platforms
January 25, 2019
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ben A. Williams
- Screenplay & Story
- John Donnelly
- Original Title
- The Pass
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Toledo Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ben A. Williams
John Donnelly
Chris O'Driscoll
Duncan Kenworthy, Charles Moore
Department Leadership Roster
Ben A. Williams
Director
Duncan Kenworthy
Producer
John Donnelly
Screenplay
Chris O'Driscoll
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Pass about?
The night before their debut game, two professional soccer players share a kiss. In a sporting world where image is everything, this surprising ‘pass’ sets the men up for a contrasting decade of fame and failure, full of secrets and denial.
Who directed The Pass?
The Pass was directed by Ben A. Williams.
Who stars in The Pass?
The principal cast of The Pass includes Russell Tovey, Arinzé Kene, Lisa McGrillis, Nico Mirallegro, Rory J. Saper.
When was The Pass released and how long is it?
The Pass was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Pass?
The Pass holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).