38,5 (2010)
10min | Documentary, Short | 28 April 2010 (Germany)
Storyline:
Mariusz is a 15-year-old Polish boy who is training as a competitive boxer. The title refers to his weight (38,5 kilos), which must be increased by 4 kilos to move up a weight class. We see him in class, getting a detailed physical exam, training with other youth, at home and wandering alone. While this is listed as a brief documentary, the editorial comment of the cinematography and its editing present the picture of an adolescent boy who has a pretty miserable life. He is berated by his coach for “moving in slow motion”. His friends seem hardly to know he is there. His mother complains at every step and only wants him to have a girlfriend so that there is someone to do his homework. If there is to be a good ending to his constrained life, in isn’t visible in this 10-minute slice.
Strictly Forbidden 1974
X | Adult, Fantasy | 1976 (USA)
Plot:
“Do not let Hollywood fool! Gay porn filmmakers from the 1970’s were much more inventive. And Jack Deveau proves it. In this erotically experimental shot completely in France, manager Deveau has statues coming to life in a art museum, who educates handsome Thomas Jeffries on his inmost wants.
Sodom 2017
1h 34min | Drama, Romance | 17 July 2018 (USA)
Storyline:
Twenty-year-old footballer Will is on his stag-do in an unnamed European city when, naked and handcuffed to a lamppost, he is rescued by former pianist Michael. Back at Michael’s apartment, the attraction between the two men is immediate. But, unable to bring himself to leave, Will is sent into a tailspin of shame and confusion. And so they spend a night together that could change both of their lives forever. If only they have the courage to let it.
