We were a little ambivalent about 1:54 when we caught it at BFI: Flare London LGBT Film festival last year, but for some it was the stand-out movie of the fest. It’s bold take on the effects of homophobia and bullying certainly had an impact on many audience members. The film will arrive in cinemas and on DVD in the US soon, so it’s a good opportunity to take a look at the new trailer.
Here’s the synopsis: ‘Tim, a shy sixteen-year-old athlete, is gifted with a natural athletic ability for running. However, the last four years of high school have been tough on him because of Jeff and his crew. In his last year of high school, Tim is sick and tired of feeling like a loser, and wants to shine for once. He decides to stand up to Jeff by dethroning him in the 800m championship, the event Jeff is known for in school. But behind the competition and rivalry, a secret is wreaking havoc. To Pierre, his father, who is trying to understand what’s going on, and to Mr. Sullivan, his running coach, who tries to help him, Soon, Tim finds himself pushed to the edge because of the pressure he endures where human limits reach the point of no return.’
The film from Oscar-nominated writer/director Yan England, begins a limited theatrical run in the US on March 9th, before coming to DVD/VOD from March 13th. Take a look at the trailer below.
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