January, 2025

Dwang is a psychological thriller by Jarne Hagelaars that examines the fragile boundary between reality and addiction within the LGBTQIA+ community. Inspired by true events, the film confronts the disorienting effects of addiction, where perception and control gradually slips away.

 

Dwang exposes the tension between presence and escape, revealing how moments of connection can dissolve into isolation. Set against the backdrop of the vogue and ballroom scene, the film grounds its narrative in lived experience. By blurring what is real and what is constructed by addiction, Dwang challenges the viewer to question certainty, confront stigma, and witness the psychological weight of dependency with honesty and urgency.