The latest in Peccadillo’s critically acclaimed series – now established as a leading showcase for new and emerging queefilm-makingng talent from around the world – features a fresh and exciting selection of the very best contemporary gay short films. Each self-contained drama in this diverse and thoughtfully curated collection offers fascinating and insightful new perspectives on the gay experience – sensual, affecting, sometimes provocative and always entertaining. The 8 short films are: Have We Met Before? (2019); The Act (2020); First Position. (2019); Winter [Invierno] (2021); The Suit Weareth the Man (2020); Infinite While It Lasts [Infinito Enquanto Dure] (2019); Melon Grab (2017); Thrive (2019).
Acting
Ben Aldridge anchors 'The Act' with devastating restraint
Writing
Brazilian entry 'Infinite While It Lasts' crafts longing you can taste
Direction
Eight distinct voices, zero weak links — rare anthology magic
Director
Michael Elias Thomas
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Peccadillo's Boys on Film series has premiered over 200 shorts since 2009, launching careers of directors like Hong Khaou (Lilting) and actors including Ben Whishaw.
The anthology's international scope spans UK, Brazil, Spain, and Japan — 'Melon Grab' was shot entirely on an iPhone during London Pride.
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