Project Detail

Smalltown Boy

Synopsis

David has never felt at home in his smalltown as the locals in his rural home refuse to accept him. As a 15-year-old gay boy he's always been shunned, bullied and rejected. This year David plans to be the first ever gay male carnival queen in his dress, high heels and hairpiece.

Details

Year
2008
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
13 mins
Format
HD Cam
Director
Moby Longinotto
Editor
Matthias Dombrink
Sound
Jake Roberts
Music
Chris White

Production Status

Production Company

mobyl@onetel.com

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