Port Authority
Synopsis
Paul, a 20 year old midwesterner, arrives at the central bus station and quickly catches eyes with Wye, a 22 year old girl voguing on the sidewalk. After Paul seeks her out in secret, an intense love between them blossoms. But when Paul discovers Wye is trans, he is forced to confront his own identity and what it means to belong.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2021-04-28
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 4 DaysCannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 28, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 1, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Danielle Lessovitz
- Screenplay & Story
- Danielle Lessovitz
- Original Score
- Matthew Herbert
- Original Title
- Port Authority
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, France, Brazil, Luxembourg, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Madeleine Films, RT Features, Sikelia Productions, Rhea Films, Hercules Film Fund, MUBI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Danielle Lessovitz
Danielle Lessovitz
Matthew Herbert
Jomo Fray
Clémence Samson, Matthew C. Hart
Efe Çakarel, Zachary Luke Kislevitz, Bobby Allen, Rodrigo Teixeira, Lourenço Sant'Anna
Department Leadership Roster
Danielle Lessovitz
Director
Jomo Fray
Director of Photography
Zachary Luke Kislevitz
Producer
Rodrigo Teixeira
Producer
Clémence Samson
Editor
Virginie Lacombe
Producer
Matthew C. Hart
Editor
Emmeline Wilks-Dupoise
Production Design
Matthew Herbert
Original Music Composer
Danielle Lessovitz
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Authority
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What is Port Authority about?
Paul, a 20 year old midwesterner, arrives at the central bus station and quickly catches eyes with Wye, a 22 year old girl voguing on the sidewalk. After Paul seeks her out in secret, an intense love between them blossoms. But when Paul discovers Wye is trans, he is forced to confront his own identity and what it means to belong.
Who directed Port Authority?
Port Authority was directed by Danielle Lessovitz.
Who stars in Port Authority?
The principal cast of Port Authority includes Fionn Whitehead, Leyna Bloom, McCaul Lombardi, Jari Jones, Devon Carpenter.
When was Port Authority released and how long is it?
Port Authority was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Port Authority?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Port Authority was composed by Matthew Herbert.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Port Authority?
Port Authority holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).