The Dependent Variables (2022)

The Dependent Variables (2022) poster

In a dark, velvety theatre, there is a first kiss between Pietro and Tommaso. When the lights come back on, however, the two students have different expectations of what might follow. The chaos of awakening desire in its complexity and sensuality is told and made almost physically tangible through looks and gestures, approach and retreat, hope and fear.

Director: Lorenzo Tardella
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 16 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Fabio D'Onofrio
Cinematography: Simone Rossi
Editing: Angela Norelli
Production: CSC, Premiere Film
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it

Themes

Coming of Age and Self-Discovery, Male Friendship and Loyalty, A Teenage Boy's Journey of Growing Up, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Friendship and Bonds

Keywords

male friendship, coming of age, friends, attraction, teenage boy, first kiss, lgbt, lgbt teen, boys, same sex attraction, gay theme, short film, theatre, boys' love (bl), teenager

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dependent Variables about?
In a dark, velvety theatre, there is a first kiss between Pietro and Tommaso. When the lights come back on, however, the two students have different expectations of what might follow. The chaos of awakening desire in its complexity and sensuality is told and made almost physically tangible through looks and gestures, approach and retreat, hope and fear.
Who directed The Dependent Variables?
The Dependent Variables was directed by Lorenzo Tardella.
Who stars in The Dependent Variables?
The Dependent Variables stars Simone Evangelista, Mattia Rega, Francesco Ortolani, Lorenzo Robustelli, Silvia Venturi.
How long is The Dependent Variables?
The Dependent Variables has a runtime of 16m (16 minutes).
What genre is The Dependent Variables?
The Dependent Variables is a Drama film.
Where was The Dependent Variables produced?
The Dependent Variables was produced in Italy.
What are the themes of The Dependent Variables?
The themes of The Dependent Variables include: Coming of Age and Self-Discovery, Male Friendship and Loyalty, A Teenage Boy's Journey of Growing Up, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Friendship and Bonds.