Steal Away is a 2025 drama film, directed by Clement Virgo. Adapted from Karolyn Smardz Frost's non-fiction book Steal Away Home, the film stars Angourie Rice as Fanny, a naive teenager in a purposely ambiguous country, has her illusions about the world shattered when she forms an intense bond with Cécile (Mallori Johnson), a refugee taken in by her family.
The cast also includes Lauren Lee Smith, Idrissa Sanogo, Arnold Pinnock, Hilde Van Mieghem, Nola Elvis Kemper, Denise M'Baye, Gloria Mampuya and Isabelle Menal in supporting roles.
The film was shot in Belgium in 2024.
The film premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival on September 5, 2025.
For That Shelf, Victor Stiff wrote that "with Steal Away, Virgo adds another visionary work to his acclaimed ouvré. Powered by two commanding lead performances and realized through striking worldbuilding and production design, it delivers an intimate yet radical coming-of-age story. Timeless, tender, and soul-shaking, the film further cements Virgo as one of CanadaâÂÂs most dynamic talents and critically vital voices."