Leaving Metropolis (2002)
When art inspires forbidden passion...
David is a creatively stifled painter in desperate need of inspiration. As happenstance would have it, while seeking a job waiting tables, David stumbles upon a new muse in the form of a strapping diner owner named Matt. In short order the two bond over a shared love of art, and before long their passion for painting transforms into something more torrid. If it weren't for Matt's wife, Violet, everything would be perfect.
Director: Brad Fraser
Genre: Romance, Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date: August 31, 2002
Cast
- Troy Ruptash - David
- Vince Corazza - Matt
- Lynda Boyd - Kryla
- Cherilee Taylor - Violet
- Thom Allison - Shannon
- Kirsten Johnson - Sharon
- Tom Anniko - Businessman
- Arne MacPherson - Homeless Man
- Paul Stafford - Goth Boy
- Susan Kelso - Dr. Starbell
Screenplay
Music: Dennis Burke
Cinematography: Daniel Vincelette
Editing: Earl Fudger
Production: Original Pictures
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Lustful Desire and Seduction, LGBT Identity and Love Struggle, Moving Relationship Stories, LGBTQ+ Stories
Keywords
bisexuality, seduction, diner, painter, muse, love affair, lgbt, gay theme
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Leaving Metropolis about?
- David is a creatively stifled painter in desperate need of inspiration. As happenstance would have it, while seeking a job waiting tables, David stumbles upon a new muse in the form of a strapping diner owner named Matt. In short order the two bond over a shared love of art, and before long their passion for painting transforms into something more torrid. If it weren't for Matt's wife, Violet, everything would be perfect.
- Who directed Leaving Metropolis?
- Leaving Metropolis was directed by Brad Fraser.
- Who stars in Leaving Metropolis?
- Leaving Metropolis stars Troy Ruptash, Vince Corazza, Lynda Boyd, Cherilee Taylor, Thom Allison, Kirsten Johnson.
- How long is Leaving Metropolis?
- Leaving Metropolis has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is Leaving Metropolis?
- Leaving Metropolis is a Romance, Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was Leaving Metropolis produced?
- Leaving Metropolis was produced in Canada.
- What are the themes of Leaving Metropolis?
- The themes of Leaving Metropolis include: Lustful Desire and Seduction, LGBT Identity and Love Struggle, Moving Relationship Stories, LGBTQ+ Stories.