In a world where authenticity is a luxury few can afford, Koby Thoroughgood directs and stars in this raw and unflinching drama that peels back the layers of modern relationships. The story follows a tightly-knit group of friends and family, including Nico Quilter, Joe Hall, and Lucas Nuttall, who gather for what is meant to be a simple reunion. As old tensions simmer and long-held secrets begin to surface, each character is forced to confront the disparity between the personas they project to the world and the messy, vulnerable truths they hide within. Lee Thoroughgood and Brita Thoroughgood portray figures grappling with the weight of expectation, while Baxter Bradfeild and River Tallowwood bring depth to the ensemble as catalysts for change. The film’s intimate, character-driven narrative creates a tense and emotionally charged atmosphere, exploring how far people will go to protect their carefully constructed facades. Without easy answers, "How They Really Are" challenges viewers to question what it truly means to be seen, and whether honesty can survive when the masks finally come off.