Retreat

Eva (Anne Zander), a young woman from Berlin, seeks connection and a chance to escape her past at a secluded Deaf community in the English countryside. The retreat, run by the enigmatic Mia (Sophie Stone), promises to prepare its residents for the harsh realities of the hearing world. But when Eva develops a bond with long-time resident Matt (James Boyle, Reunion), this idyllic community begins to unravel as the pair question everything, including their identity and the costs of maintaining a supposedly utopian society. Director Ted Evans makes his feature debut with this groundbreaking psychological thriller that features an all-Deaf cast. Nominated for the Golden Eye Award at the Zurich Film Festival.