The forthcoming feature is also based on “Bratton’s experience as a gay man in Marine Corps basic training after a decade living on the streets, the portrait of American masculinity and the military during the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell era.”

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“Labour of love making this one,” Pope captioned in part in an Instagram post sharing the news. “Here we go!!!!,” said Union in a tweet.

“I’m incredibly humbled that my debut feature film will close the New York Film Festival this year,” said Bratton in a statement. “So many of my favorite filmmakers have made an impact as a part of this illustrious program. I’m overwhelmed to be a part of it. And as a New Yorker, this is a dream come true.”

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Dennis Lim, artistic director for the New York Film Festival added: “Festival galas are often occasions to celebrate filmmakers we know and love, but for this year’s closing night, we wanted to introduce audiences to someone we think will be shaping the art form for years to come. With ‘The Inspection,’ Elegance Bratton has made an autobiographical movie of rare power and confidence, a debut film for the ages.”

The 2022 New York Film Festival will run from Sept. 30 through Oct. 16. The Inspection is set to debut on Oct. 14