Pariah

A powerful coming-of-age story about identity, family, and self-acceptance.

Alike (Adepero Oduye), a 17-year-old Black teenager in Brooklyn, is quietly embracing her identity as a lesbian but faces pressure to conform at home and school. Struggling between the expectations of her deeply religious mother and her own desire for self-expression, she navigates friendships, romance and the complexities of growing up. Written and directed by Dee Rees, Pariah is a deeply personal and visually striking drama that captures the emotional highs and lows of self-discovery.

Awards & Recognition:

• Winner – Excellence in Cinematography, Sundance Film Festival
• Nominated – Best First Feature, Independent Spirit Awards
• Named one of the Top 10 Films of the Year by the American Film Institute
• The first narrative feature from the 2010s to be added to the United States National Film Registry (recognized for its cultural, historical, and aesthetic significance). 

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This experience is in partnership with Leeds Industrial Museum. Housed in the Grade 2* listed Armley Mills, Leeds Industrial Museum tells the story of how industry made Leeds the city it is, through unique collections, engaging exhibitions, and exciting regular events.