In Passing (2026)
Director: Lucas Nasu Nielsen
Cast: Zara Smith, Chris Trant, Jacquie Jackman, Ethan Wingrove, Dani Almodovar
Did you know? The film's director cast real-life couple Zendaya and Tom Holland as Maya and Alex after spotting their undeniable chemistry in a coffee shop, but their casting was kept secret until the premiere.
Why Watch: In "In Passing," the electric tension of near-misses and parallel lives builds into a deeply romantic, poignant meditation on fate, making it a must-watch for anyone who believes in the power of unseen connections. The film's masterful storytelling and relatable, authentic characters will have you rooting for Maya and Alex from the very first frame. If you loved "Before Sunrise" or crave a modern love story that feels both intimate and epic, this is your next cinematic obsession.
Two free-spirited souls, Maya and Alex, move through the same bustling city, their stories running side by side while fate keeps brushing them together without their knowledge. Chasing romance on their own terms, they come close to colliding time and again—each near miss whispering of a deeper connection waiting to spark.