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The Act

The Act

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Act
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2020-10-28
  • Runtime: 18 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (5 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: 130 Elektra Films, Cinema Hades, Hades Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1807
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Samuel Barnett

Samuel Barnett

as Matthews

Simon Lennon

Simon Lennon

as Jimmy

Cyril Nri

Cyril Nri

as Edna May

Annette Badland

Annette Badland

as Flo

Ian Hallard

Ian Hallard

as Emmeline

Matthew Baldwin

Matthew Baldwin

as Christabelle

Jim Conway

Jim Conway

as Detective

Tracy Anne Green

Tracy Anne Green

as Deardrie

Zara Cooke

Zara Cooke

as Prostitute

Simon Robins

Simon Robins

as Police Officer

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External Links

Keywords

lgbtsoho londongay themeshort filmhomosexualitydecriminalization

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Act?

The Act is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2020-10-28.

Who are the main actors in The Act?

The main cast includes Samuel Barnett, Simon Lennon, Cyril Nri, Annette Badland, Ian Hallard, .

Where can I watch The Act online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Act is available.

Is The Act based on a true story?

Effeminate, depraved, exhibitionist, and looking for love

What is the IMDb rating of The Act?

The Act has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 5 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Act?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Act?

The soundtrack was composed by 130 Elektra Films, Cinema Hades, Hades Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Act filmed?

The Act was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Act?

The total runtime of The Act is 18 minutes.

Is The Act suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Act?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Act.

Does The Act have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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