What makes it different from others?

Self-important, over-dramatic, uninspired.

The performances transcend the film's tropes, grounding it in characters that feel more complete than this subgenre often produces.

A film of deceptively outspoken contemporary relevance, this is cinema at its most alert, alarming and alive.

The story speaks to the very "realness" of the complexities of the human condition. Here, we have a most believable plot of two men meeting casually - and having the biggest possible outcome on their lives. The part of "Roy" is played expertly to "Nimer" and I just love how the twists and turns of the delicate situation they find themselves in, empowers, ultimately (without giving it away) a difficult situation.However, I enjoy that the end result is left largely unresolved allowing for your own imagination's participation. This means that the "effect" of the film stays with you for a while. It has also, in my opinion, humanised an otherwise impossible scenario in the Middle East and asks that age old question (if not entirely answers it), at what cost, love?I'm a fan! I highly recommend this movie whether you're gay or not you'll find something in the very human story that will resonate with you.

Reminds of the Bubble and Beyond the Walls, but each has a different narrative and resolve. What I believe sets this film apart is its forth- right telling of the brutal treatment of LGBT on both sides of ethnic groups. This film has more feel of an indie romp through it's narrative with no morality ending or resolution and redemption. Do certain events follow-through to success? We do not know if the professor stands firm on his resolve to assist Nimr. Nor, do we receive resolution of whether Nimr is stopped by sea border patrol or whether arrives at destination and united with his future lover/partner. Nothing gets resolved here, except that the "bad" abusers of a gay individual receive some justice/punishment, but no redemption because these strong-minded characters are not seen embracing LGBTAQ community only making allowances for family bonds and laying out strict rules for exile.There are many dangling threads which a follow-up treatment might resolve.

"Out in the Dark" tells the extraordinary love story of a Palestinian student and an Israeli lawyer. They fight against all odds , crossing all boundaries and societal rules just for love. Words cannot describe how dramatic and emotional the film really is.The film starts off light hearted, with the two guys meeting and hitting it off. They enjoy a good time until the painful reality starts to strike. How are they going to maintain a relationship that is separated by societal, cultural and geographical barriers? The development of the story is very well done. I feel for all the characters. I feel their pain and their sorrows. It is unusual for a gay film to touch on tough topics such as prosecution, espionage and the constant threat of death, and "Out in the Dark" does it in outstanding style. The second half of the film maintains constant thrill and urgency. I could hardly catch my breath most of the time.The prosecution, blackmailing and surveillance portrayed in "Out in the Dark" would be unbelievably contrived in other films, but it is so believable in this context. It is because of these very harsh conditions that make Nimr and Roy's love even more precious. It is the type of love to die for. I was in synchrony and resonance with the Nimr and Roy. I was so touched by their love and dedication for each other. Just by typing these, my eyes well up again."Out in the Dark" is an outstanding film. I think it is a must watch, and I will check out more Israeli films when I have the chance.

I thought this was a powerful and heartbreaking film. Powerful because of the dramatic storyline and the performances of all the leads and heartbreaking because of the tragic situations which exist in the Middle East where for some just existing is a struggle and being gay is life threatening. And once again government abuse is rife through the Israeli security service behaviour or through the behaviour of the self appointed thugs on the Palestinian side. The script was strong with believable dialogue. And the film interestingly doesn't take sides. The ending left the possibility of a sequel which I gather is a real possibility.