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Alex Lawther from 2014's Imitation Game, brings us an exclusive clip from his new film Departure, where he explores his desires with a local tough boy.
By Allison TateMarch 07 2017 / 6:44 PM
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Allison Tate is the Director of Editorial Video at Pride Media and creates videos for The Advocate, OUT and PRIDE. She is a filmmaker, swing dancer, and enthusiastic Carol fan who works to amplify marginalized voices in media. 
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Toweling Off by the Lake in Departure

Alex Lawther from 2014's Imitation Game, brings us an exclusive clip from his new film Departure, where he explores his desires with a local tough boy.

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