Masc is a British drama film, directed by Bertil Nilsson and released in 2026.Zac Ntim, "‘Great 8’ 2026: Ray Panthaki’s Debut Feature ‘In Starland’ Among Titles Set For Cannes Market With The BFI". Deadline Hollywood, 7 May 2026. The film stars Joshua Griffin as Robin, a young autistic queer man who is struggling to find his place in society, and who changes his appearance and mannerisms several times in an attempt to conform to different conceptions of masculinity.James Kleinmann, "TIFF 2026: LGBTQ+ highlights at 51st Toronto International Film Festival". The Queer Review, 18 August 2026.
The cast also includes Tega Alexander, Ed White, Reece King, Lincoln Conway, Robbie Bellekom and Hi Ching in supporting roles.
Distribution The film was selected as part of the Great 8, the British Film Institute's program of films by emerging British directors screened for distributors at the Marché du Film.Mona Tabbara, "UK’s Cannes Great 8 showcase includes ‘Florid’, ‘Our Share Of Sand’". Screen Daily, 7 May 2026.
The film had its public premiere in the Platform Prize program at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival.Zac Ntim, "TIFF Platform: International Oscar Qualifying Competition Expands To 12 Films; Amma Asante Among Jury Members". Deadline Hollywood, 21 July 2026. It will also compete for the Sutherland Award in the First Feature Competition at the 2026 BFI London Film Festival.
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Accolades
Award Date of ceremony Category Recipient(s) Result Toronto International Film Festival 20 September 2026 Platform PrizeBertil Nilsson BFI London Film Festival 18 October 2026 Sutherland Award
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