bwoy

The lesson is not to fall for online love where the other person lives far away. You will may wasted your time and money

"bwoy" is one of those movies that at first seems so simple and yet pulls you you in like quicksand. Moving and subtle performances create an awkward tension between the two leads as they flirt and seemingly fall in love... or do they? Gay or straight viewers are sure to enjoy this roller coaster of an indie.

Interesting to read the reviews on here from folks who seem to have a chip on their shoulder (not even finishing the film). One suspects the material and characters might have been too challenging for them. Understandable in this fine little movie as both main characters and the plot require a thoughtful, open mind.

Aside from being plagued by choppy editing, and a slow moving plot punctuated by an annoying fake Jamaican accent used by one of the actors, the plot is quite improbable. The "scamming" behavior while it fits in with current events in that country, the ending made no sense in the actual Jamaican setting.

As much second hand embarrassment I was getting watching this movie, I couldn't look away. I watched it and then rewatched immediately after. Anthony Rapp is an absolutely phenomenal actor and this one is one of my favorite works he has done for sure.

After reading amazing reviews in the LA Weekly, the Los Angeles Times and The Hollywood Reporter I thought I'd take a chance with this ultra low budget thriller.

OMG, from the very first scene I was hooked. Sexy, nail biting, even surprisingly romantic, I found "bwoy" to be that rare Indie which made me feel like I was watching something with a much, much higher budget. It's also the kind of film that sticks with you; my friends and I were talking about it for days. It's the best thing I've seen Anthony Rapp do, and Jimmy Brooks was truly beguiling. It's funny that these two had more chemistry on screen through Skype than most "hollywood" stars do across from each other.

Run, don't walk to see this little movie.