Label Me

In this compelling narrative, Waseem, a Syrian hustler who engages in gay-for-pay activities while seeking asylum in Cologne, uses sex as a form of empowerment and protection. He maintains an emotional distance from his clients while fulfilling their deepest desires to make ends meet. However, he encounters Lars, a compassionate and wealthy professional who becomes increasingly interested in him on a personal level. This story delves into the complexities of transactional identity, examining the strategic trade of trust and intimacy within a relationship, and highlighting the divides between immigrants and their host nations in modern Europe.