Irish Film Institute -Boys’ shorts

Boys’ shorts

Small is beautiful in a programme of gay shorts that includes work from Norway, Mexico, Canada and Ireland. Bramadero
Dir. Julian Hernandez
2007 Mexico 22mins
Julian Hernandez is one of the most promising and innovative gay filmmakers since Gus Van Sant. His stunningly erotic short focuses on two male lovers who secretly meet in a building site on the outskirts of Mexico City.
Flatmates
Dir. Magnus Mork
2007 Norway 21mins
This award-winning, touching film about being in love with your best friend also explores the boundaries between tenderness and abuse.
The Window
Dirs. P. Gosselin & R .Regina
2008 USA 6mins
This hilarious short about the hardcore exploits of three horny neighbours proves that erotica and humour really can mix.
Silver road
Dir. Bill Taylor
2007 Canada 13mins
Two childhood friends say goodbye in this ode to unrequited love, growing up and letting go.
James
Dir. Conor Clements
2008 Ireland 21mins
This sensitive and brave film explores the difficult subject of adolescent sexual activity in an isolated Irish community. James has a crush on his male teacher. He is looking for understanding and love but is the local cruising spot the place to find it?
Afternoon
Dir. Ruairi McKenna
2008 Ireland 10mins
A student is questioned by police in the aftermath of a seemingly sinister incident on the railway tracks. A tender short by a new Irish talent.
Serene hunter
Dir. Jason Bushman
2007 USA/France 13mins
A gay Parisian moves in with his new boyfriend just as an old flame from Los Angeles comes back into town.

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