Lonely Country (Gay Short Film) a James Perry Masterpiece

LAS VEGAS, NV — (08-20-24) — Director James Perry brings you an explosive LGBTQ Short Film entitled, ‘Lonely Country’, an explosive romance drama with a ending twist! Set in the 1950’s rural Ontario area, a closeted gay man encounters a hitchhiker at a gas station. When he offers the hitchhiker a bed for the night, he is forced to confront his own suppressed desires.

What comes next will floor you…!

Synopsis:
“Eugene lives a solitary life in a small town in rural Ontario. One night he pulls into a gas station to buy cigarettes and strikes up a conversation with Jack, a hitchhiker. When Jack inquires as to whether there might be a place he could spend the night, Eugene somewhat cautiously offers his home.

At the house Jack showers then joins Eugene in his room, where both will be staying. Jack continues their conversation and his questions become increasingly intimate. Eugene, emboldened by Jack’s questions, leans in for a kiss. Jack retaliates angrily, attacking Eugene before robbing him and fleeing. The next day a neighbouring farmer finds Eugene in his home, battered from the attack. He and his wife nurse Eugene back to health. Shortly after, Eugene is seen addressing parishioners at his church, dressed in clerical robes.” – James Perry

Lonely Country stars Antoine Guimbal and Euan Lathrop also scored a major WIN for ‘Best Local Short’ at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival 2024.

Major kudos to director James Perry on his 15 minute short film.

Lonely Country (2024) LGBTQ Short Film