Smoke

The story of Karen, a young, queer woman navigating the many complexities of identity and self when faced with new people and new situations. Different people show us different shades of who we are and can be; a smoker with one friend, a non-smoker with the other.

Directed by Luke McCarthy, Smoke leans on a strong ensemble — Imogen Archer, Ani Supriyono, Marisa Magee — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 0.