Monday Night Cinema

Sorry, Baby

Eva Victor’s directorial debut pulls off a rare, impressive balancing act - candidly dealing with the trauma of sexual assault, while also proving a warm and funny portrayal of companionship, kindness and survival. This is an eloquent and accomplished film, with a remarkable lead performance from Victor herself. 

When old college roommates Agnes (writer-director Victor) and Lydie (Naomi Ackie) reunite for a short break, it’s a joyous occasion: two best friends enjoying some rare time together. Lydie, however, is also one of the only people Agnes can speak to about a past trauma - that she was sexually assaulted by a former mentor. Years on, Agnes is now a successful college professor, but she is still living with the emotional consequences of that assault.