THE MALE GAZE: WILD YOUTH

In these five short films from Mexico, France, Italy and Israel, witness how human nature can reveal that there are forces within us that are either challenged by - or reflected in - the people and environments that surround us.

VIDEO FILE: 1hr 38mins, HD mp4 with burnt-in English subtitles.

AUTUMN dir. Luis Pacheco

Sixteen-year-old Adam is sent to a conversion therapy center by his mother. Confronted by his dreams and memories, he must fight against guilt and temptation.

PURE BREED dir. Giuseppe Zampella

During a summer course for young farmers, Danilo finds himself romantically and physically attracted to two of his classmates: a boy and a girl. This will upset the balance of their symbiotic relationship.

COUNTERCURRENTS dir. Aurélien Rapatel

Nathan, in his twenties and still studying, feels out of place in his life. To reflect on his uncertain future, he decides to go on a solo vacation to Corsica. Under the scorching summer sun, the introverted young man meets Léana and Félix, with whom he shares a shabby room in a youth hostel. The duo warmly welcomes him as if they were old friends, which unsettles Nathan. Initially distant, he grows fond of this duo, who are the opposite of his temperament. Gradually, an unexpected relationship develops between them, which deeply affects him.

HIDE & SEEK dir. Ran Baruch

In a strict and conservative international school in Mexico, an ostracized Israeli boy cuts class and hides in the shadows, coming to terms with his attraction to men.

IN THE NIGHT dir. Corentin Vouzellaud

One night at a late night dance party, a group of excited youngsters pour out into the street, whereupon an incident occurs. Two of them, still in shock, get together to spend the night.