directed by: Joanna Hogg, year: 2019
actors: Honor Swinton Byrne, Tom Burke, Tilda Swinton

The Souvenir is a semi-autobiographical film directed by Joanna Hogg, exploring the complexities of a young film student's life in the 1980s. The protagonist, Julie, becomes romantically involved with a charismatic but troubled man, Anthony, whose secretive nature and addiction issues challenge her understanding of love and creativity. The film delves into themes of self-discovery, artistic ambition, and the impacts of toxic relationships, all set against a backdrop of privileged society.

Autobiographical, Toxic Relationship, Filmmaking, Memory, Class Struggle