And Then We - Danced

In the heart of Tbilisi, where tradition is as rigid as the postures in Georgian national dance, Levan Akin’s (2019) unfolds as a vibrant, defiant love letter to Georgian culture . While it may look like a familiar coming-of-age story on the surface, this film is a revolutionary act of reclaiming identity from the clutches of nationalism. A Tale of Two Dancers

The story follows Merab, a dedicated performer in the National Georgian Ensemble who has trained for years under the watchful, hyper-masculine gaze of his instructors. His world is upended by the arrival of Irakli, a fellow dancer with a rebellious streak who becomes both his greatest rival and his deepest desire. And Then We Danced

The chemistry between Levan Gelbakhiani (Merab) and Bachi Valishvili (Irakli) is electrifying and tender , capturing the high stakes of a secret romance in a society where "homosexuality does not exist." In the heart of Tbilisi, where tradition is

One of the most striking sequences involves Merab dancing for Irakli to Robyn’s "Honey" —a playful, shirtless, and quietly subversive moment that contrasts the stifling rehearsal studio with a private space of pure self-expression. A Real-World Revolution His world is upended by the arrival of

Whether you're a fan of dance, queer cinema, or simply powerful storytelling, this is an unmissable experience that proves love and tradition aren't incompatible—they just need room to breathe.