The Act
“Effeminate, depraved, exhibitionist, and looking for love”
Synopsis
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.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-14
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Raindance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Hescott
- Screenplay & Story
- Pete Lawson, Matthew Baldwin, Thomas Hescott
- Original Title
- The Act
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- 130 Elektra Films, Cinema Hades, Hades Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Hescott
Pete Lawson, Matthew Baldwin, Thomas Hescott
Chris Fergusson
David I'anson
Thomas Hescott, Oliver Kent, Anna Elettra Pizzi De Gaetano
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Hescott
Director
Chris Fergusson
Director of Photography
David I'anson
Editor
Pete Lawson
Screenplay
Anna Elettra Pizzi De Gaetano
Producer
Matthew Baldwin
Screenplay
Thomas Hescott
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Act
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What is The Act 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 directed The Act?
The Act was directed by Thomas Hescott.
Who stars in The Act?
The principal cast of The Act includes Samuel Barnett, Simon Lennon, Cyril Nri, Annette Badland, Ian Hallard.
When was The Act released and how long is it?
The Act was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 18m.