BOYS is a tender coming-of-age story that centers on Sieger and Marc, two teenagers who meet training for an upcoming national relay championship.
Sieger, a shy introvert, uses his sport to escape from his claustrophobic home environment where his recently widowed father tries to keep control of Sieger’s delinquent older brother. Marc, on the other hand, has a vivacious and dynamic spirit that draws Sieger out of his shell. As the pair becomes closer in training, Marc’s unabashed flirtation...
BOYS is a tender coming-of-age story that centers on Sieger and Marc, two teenagers who meet training for an upcoming national relay championship.
Sieger, a shy introvert, uses his sport to escape from his claustrophobic home environment where his recently widowed father tries to keep control of Sieger’s delinquent older brother. Marc, on the other hand, has a vivacious and dynamic spirit that draws Sieger out of his shell. As the pair becomes closer in training, Marc’s unabashed flirtations compel Sieger to face his true feelings and embrace the possibility of finding his perfect companion.
Shot in the beautiful Dutch woodlands and anchored by two courageous and authentic performances from the handsome leads, this is a touching, beautifully made film that has already had successful festival appearances at Frameline, NewFest and Mix:Copenhagen. It is an ode to self-acceptance and a charming celebration of the unmistakable feeling of first love.
NOTE: This film is classified for 15+
"Boys is, frankly, one of the best movies I have ever seen." - Chicago Stage Standard
"This heartwarming gay teen romance...features a pair of terrific performances from its young stars — the unbelievably handsome Gijs Blom and equally cute Ko Zandvliet" - Queerty
