Dear Boys
Alternative title: Lieve jongens

Directed by Paul de Lussanet

A middle-aged writer, plagued by self-doubt and writer's block, manipulates a young lover to fulfill his craving for youth, risking everything in the pursuit of his desires.
Based on the novel Lieve jongens by Gerard Reve. Buy the book on Amazon.

This film is not currently available to watch online. It may be awaiting release or may no longer be available on any known streaming service.

Dear Boys is a rarely seen Dutch gay drama that reflects the changing sexual attitudes of European filmmaking around 1980. Its tone and performances can feel distinctly of their period, but Paul de Lussanet approaches male relationships with an openness that was still unusual, making the film more interesting as a cultural snapshot than as polished drama.

Dear Boys

Alternative title: Lieve jongens

Directed by Paul de Lussanet

A middle-aged writer, plagued by self-doubt and writer's block, manipulates a young lover to fulfill his craving for youth, risking everything in the pursuit of his desires.
Based on the novel Lieve jongens by Gerard Reve. Buy the book on Amazon.

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Dear Boys is a rarely seen Dutch gay drama that reflects the changing sexual attitudes of European filmmaking around 1980. Its tone and performances can feel distinctly of their period, but Paul de Lussanet approaches male relationships with an openness that was still unusual, making the film more interesting as a cultural snapshot than as polished drama.