# Just Friends (2019)

> Two young men find a tender romance while untangling the family tensions and cultural differences surrounding them.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/345579

## Facts

- Runtime: 84 min
- Genres: Romance, Drama, Comedy
- Director: Annemarie van de Mond
- Cast: Josha Stradowski, Majd Mardo, Jenny Arean, Tanja Jess, Nazmiye Oral, Sjoerd Dragtsma, Sonia Eijken, Melody Klaver
- TMDB rating: 7.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7901640/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: gentle, warm, sincere, date night, comfort viewing

## Synopsis

A heartfelt journey of love that transcends cultural boundaries and familial expectations.

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