Available on Leeds Film Player from 29th March - April 30th 2021

 

17 year old Ellie is struggling to find the courage to ask her classmate, Abbie, to the formal. Luckily her Aunt Tara, a lesbian who died in the 80's has shown up as a 'Fairy Godmother' to dish out advice, whether Ellie wants it or not.
Lead actresses Sophie Hawkshaw and Zoe Terakes are excellent as the young women embarking on a new and unchartered relationship: Ellie communicates her feelings openly and honestly and while Abbie is more 'flawed' and uncertain they navigate their relationship in a way that provides a positive road map on how to have healthy, productive relationships.
Funny, heartfelt, beautifully acted and very well directed. This is the queer teen rom com that the world needs.

 

 

Film Poster for Ellie and Abbie and Ellie's Dead Aunt