The story follows , a young man with Down syndrome, and Sophie , a woman with severe epilepsy. The two are deeply in love and long to spend some private time together—a simple human desire that, at the time of the film's setting, was restricted by Irish law (specifically the Criminal Law Act 1993, which made sexual relationships between people with intellectual disabilities illegal). The Great Escape
Ultimately, the story is a "victorious testimony" to friendship and experiencing life to the full, highlighting a real-world legal change in Ireland that occurred shortly after the film's release in February 2017. Sanctuary (2016) Sanctuar (2016)SD
Other group members wander off to explore their own freedom, causing mayhem at the popcorn stand and a nearby shopping mall. Triumph of Love The story follows , a young man with
While the subplots are filled with "laugh out loud" humor and "cheesy" but heartwarming moments, the central story remains a poignant look at the right to love. The film emphasizes the dignity of its characters, using a cast largely comprised of actors with Down syndrome or autism to bring a unique "honesty and truth" to their performances. Sanctuary (2016) Other group members wander off to
During an organized group trip to the cinema, Larry and Sophie convince their care worker, , to help them sneak away to a nearby hotel. Tom reluctantly agrees, but his absence creates a vacuum of supervision back at the theater.