Dominique Hembrador

A lonely gay black man summons his soulmate through a DIY seance, only to manifest a straight white man from the 1970s –forcing both to confront the ache of love, memory, and the fluidity of identity across time.

Rubenesque is a contemporary teenage drama that explores the journey of Reese, an 18-year-old high school senior, as she grapples with self-acceptance as a plus-size teenager in a society defined by unrealistic beauty standards. Alongside her battle against these expectations, Reese must also navigate the challenges of a toxic friendship. The story delves into intricate themes, such as the evolving perception of societal beauty standards throughout history, the impact of fatphobia, and the complexities of managing toxic friendships.