Bad News Bachelors

Bad News Bachelors

A story about the naughty boys in our lives..

1991 · 26 min · ★ 4.0

Set in Sydney, this short film follows thirty-something Stuart as he roams the city's cafes, bars and cruising areas looking for a man to love but finding only sex with a series of likeable men - none of whom offer the likelihood of a relationship.

Directed by Franco di Chiera

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