The Burning Boy (2001)

The Burning Boy (2001) poster

A closeted teenage gay boy shares a swim and an afternoon together with his straight best friend. When his looks and longing let his secret out, his friend pleasantly surprises him but an accident occurs and tragedy ensues.

Director: Kieran Galvin
Genre: Romance, Drama
Runtime: 11 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Tony McGrath
Production: Vizpoets
Country: Australia
Language: Afrikaans, English
Original Language: en

Themes

LGBTQ+ Stories, LGBT Identity and Love Struggle

Keywords

male homosexuality, lgbt, gay romance, gay history, gay friend, gay youth, gay theme, short film, homosexuality

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Burning Boy about?
A closeted teenage gay boy shares a swim and an afternoon together with his straight best friend. When his looks and longing let his secret out, his friend pleasantly surprises him but an accident occurs and tragedy ensues.
Who directed The Burning Boy?
The Burning Boy was directed by Kieran Galvin.
Who stars in The Burning Boy?
The Burning Boy stars Cameron Ford, Josh Roberts.
How long is The Burning Boy?
The Burning Boy has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is The Burning Boy?
The Burning Boy is a Romance, Drama film.
Where was The Burning Boy produced?
The Burning Boy was produced in Australia.
What are the themes of The Burning Boy?
The themes of The Burning Boy include: LGBTQ+ Stories, LGBT Identity and Love Struggle.