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Because of a Boy

Because of a Boy

20026.01h 26m

Overview

When Vincent finds himself a victim of outing in his high school, he must accept to live with the drastic changes it provokes, and redefine his relationships with his friends and family.

Directed by Fabrice Cazeneuve
Written by Vincent Molina
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Top Cast

Julien Baumgartner

Julien Baumgartner

Vincent Molina

Julia Maraval

Julia Maraval

Noémie

Jérémie Elkaïm

Jérémie Elkaïm

Benjamin

François Comar

François Comar

Stéphane

Patrick Bonnel

Patrick Bonnel

Bernard, the father

Christiane Millet

Christiane Millet

Sylvie, the mother

Antoine Michel

Antoine Michel

Régis, the brother

N

Nils Ohlund

Bruno

Bernard Blancan

Bernard Blancan

Swimming Coach

Themes & Keywords

coming outhigh schoolhomophobiabathingprejudicepridelgbtswim meetcloseted homosexualgay theme

About Because of a Boy

Because of a Boy is a drama, tv movie film released in 2002 exploring themes of coming out, high school, homophobia, bathing, prejudice, pride. Directed by Fabrice Cazeneuve, it stars Julien Baumgartner, Julia Maraval, Jérémie Elkaïm. When Vincent finds himself a victim of outing in his high school, he must accept to live with the drastic changes it provokes, and redefine his relationships with his friends and family.

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