Ten uplifting and powerful tales recounting the lives of everyday heroes with no special powers except striving for their own identities and fighting for the right for us all to be ourselves.
Boys on Film 18: Heroes gathers short films about courage, vulnerability and men trying to live honestly under difficult circumstances. The collection is strongest when its idea of heroism remains small and personal rather than grand, giving several stories genuine emotional warmth.
Two brothers' close relationship evolves into an intimate and complex bond as they navigate adulthood together.
Norwegian Dream
2023
Drama, Romance
A 19-year-old Polish immigrant working at a fish factory in Norway develops feelings for a colleague. Their budding relationship is tested when a strike erupts among the Polish workers, challenging their bond and solidarity with their coworkers.
Parting Glances
1986
Drama, Musical, Romance
As Michael and Robert, a gay couple in New York, prepare for Robert's two-year work assignment in Africa, Michael confronts Robert's true motives and their circle of eccentric friends, including Nick, who is living with AIDS.
Ten uplifting and powerful tales recounting the lives of everyday heroes with no special powers except striving for their own identities and fighting for the right for us all to be ourselves.
Boys on Film 18: Heroes gathers short films about courage, vulnerability and men trying to live honestly under difficult circumstances. The collection is strongest when its idea of heroism remains small and personal rather than grand, giving several stories genuine emotional warmth.
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Total Eclipse
1995
Drama, Romance
Young poet Arthur Rimbaud and mentor Paul Verlaine navigate forbidden romance and artistic turmoil.
Free Fall
2013
Drama, Romance
With a promising career in the police force and a baby on the way, Marc's life changes when he crosses paths with Kay.
Boy Culture
2006
Drama, Romance
A successful night worker recounts his complex romantic entanglements with two roommates and an older, mysterious client, revealing the intricacies of desire and connection.
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