HOUSE OF BOYS (15)

After a sexy first act, this Euro-drama turns into an Aids movie that’s thoroughly involving even if it feels a bit dated. Feisty teen Layke Anderson runs away to 1980s Amsterdam to become a stripper/escort in a club run by Madam (Udo Kier). Sex, drugs and violence follow, and the film realistically explores how the celebration of gay sexuality turned so terrifying with the advent of Aids. Stephen Fry has a key cameo as a groundbreaking doctor, leading to some intensely emotional dramatic scenes. But the wildly bendy dance routines are a lot more fun to watch. (Peccadillo). 8/10

 

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