directed by: Georgia Oakley, year: 2023
actors: Rosy McEwan

Blue Jean is a character-driven British drama directed by Georgia Oakley that follows Jean, a young, openly queer teacher in a late-1980s English town. As public homophobia collides with personal life, Jean must navigate love, loyalty, and the risk of exposure. The film pairs intimate, naturalistic performances with a sharply observed period atmosphere, exploring identity, courage, and belonging in a conservative era. Its restrained directing and ensemble work invite reflection on private lives and truth.

British Culture, Drama, LGBTQ+ Drama, British Coming Of Age, Period Piece, Social Realism