Hard Paint

Hard Paint

NR 2019 · 118 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama

Pedro earns a living in chat rooms. He transforms himself into NeonBoy in front of the webcam. Slowly, this young man dips his fingers into pots of coloured paint and glides them across his naked body. But things change when Pedro notices that somebody is imitating his performances. He agrees to go on a date with his mysterious rival. This rendezvous will have far-reaching consequences.

Directed by Marcio Reolon · Written by Filipe Matzembacher

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