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The Burning Boy

200111mKieran Galvin
IMDb 5.6

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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.

RomanceDrama
Male HomosexualityLgbtGay RomanceGay HistoryGay FriendGay YouthGay ThemeShort FilmHomosexuality

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What is The Burning Boy (2001) 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 stars in The Burning Boy?

The Burning Boy stars Cameron Ford (Ben), Josh Roberts (Chill). The film was directed by Kieran Galvin.

How long is The Burning Boy?

The Burning Boy has a runtime of 11 min and premiered in 2001.

Is The Burning Boy worth watching?

The Burning Boy holds an IMDb rating of 5.6/10. Fans of Romance, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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