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The Act

202018mThomas Hescott
IMDb 7.2

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"Effeminate, depraved, exhibitionist, and looking for love"

In 1965 - the eve of decriminalization for acts of male homosexuality in the U.K. - Matthews, a young gay man at odds with the world, discovers love, sex, and a new family in the backstreets and underground bars of Soho.

Drama
London, EnglandLgbtSoho London1960sGay ThemeShort FilmHomosexualityDecriminalizationLgbt History

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What is The Act (2020) about?

In 1965 - the eve of decriminalization for acts of male homosexuality in the U.K. - Matthews, a young gay man at odds with the world, discovers love, sex, and a new family in the backstreets and underground bars of Soho.

Who stars in The Act?

The Act stars Samuel Barnett (Matthews), Simon Lennon (Jimmy), Cyril Nri (Edna May), Annette Badland (Flo), Ian Hallard (Emmeline). The film was directed by Thomas Hescott.

How long is The Act?

The Act has a runtime of 18 min and premiered in 2020.

Is The Act worth watching?

The Act holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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