Thrilling Erotic-Drama Maya and Samar throws some plot twists you’ll never see coming! This Canadian-Greek Co-production filmed is directed by Anita Doron, and written by Tamara Faith Berger.
The Film centers on Maya (Nicolette Pearse), a Toronto journalist, who travels to Greece to visit her friend Rebecca (Breanna Coates). She falls in love with a mysterious Afghan woman named Samar (Amanda Babaei Vieira), who has fled from the Taliban. Maya finds a compelling story in Samar, which could propel her career as a journalist, but this also could endanger the woman she loves.
Fantastic performances in this destabilizing film, which will have you looking-inward and thinking after it ends. The Film thoughtfully exposes these women’s vast cultural differences, the deeper they fall in love, with Samar being subject to some detrimental impacts not only to herself, but her family should it be uncovered that she is a sex worker, and also gay.
The Premiere for MAYA & SAMAR took place at Cineplex Varsity and VIP with Cast and Creators in attendance.
Highlights from the night, including Q&A moderated by Teri Hart.
VVS FILMS RELEASE MAYA & SAMAR March 20, 2026.
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