BIG BOYS: JUNE VOD Release – Utterly joyous LGBTQ+ coming-of-age comedy of a teen ‘big boy’ and his bear-ish crush
| I’m publicizing the recent June digital release of one of last year’s breakout indie film festival hits, BIG BOYS, an utterly joyous LBGTQ+ comedy of a teenage boy who develops an unexpected crush on his cousin’s boyfriend during a weekend camping trip in the majestic mountains of California. A Queer, Body-Positive comedy inspired by Welcome To The Dollhouse & Heartstoppers, set amidst the majestic wilderness of Northern California, BIG BOYS is the underdog indie comedy release of 2024. Written, directed, and produced by self-professed ‘big boy’ Corey Sherman, BIG BOYS features a beautifully unexpected ending. This heartwarming and critically acclaimed film is a fresh and body positive take on the teenage coming-of-age while coming-out story. The Guardian called it “an achingly brilliant queer coming-of-age classic” and Attitude said it’s “an instant crowd pleaser.” Peter Debruge from Variety called it ‘deliciously uncomfortable…Corey Sherman’s endearing debut feature introduces breakout Isaac Krasner as a teen with a huge heart and an unspoken fascination with manly men.” BIG BOYS features a standout performance from teen Isaac Krasner (Outfest, Oustanding Performance Award), and naturalistic comedic performances from Dora Madison (Friday Night Lights), David Johnson III (Apple+ series Lady in the Lake), Taj Cross (PEN15) and Emily Deschanel (Devil in Ohio, Animal Kingdom, Bones). Inspired by the filmmaker’s experience as a chubby closeted teen, he decided to tell the story he wish he’d seen back then. Said Corey, ‘I wanted to showcase the very funny, thrilling, and tender experience of a chubby teen going through a life-altering experience and allow him to be a fully-developed, nuanced character. I hope that all audiences who see the film can feel more celebrated and understood, including all the Big Boys who have never seen their story on screen before.” Full of vivid and natural light-infused cinematography, it is set amidst the exquisitely photographed backdrop of pristine mountains, lakes, and forests of California’s famed Lake Arrowhead. Featuring a vibrant electronic score by acclaimed LGBTQ+ musician Will Wiesenfeld, better known as Baths. BIG BOYS marks the directorial debut for Sherman, after writing and directing numerous award-winning comedic shorts and television writing for Adult Swim, and also for producer Allison Tate, a veteran U.S. LGBTQ+ journalist and media producer. BIG BOYS world premiered in 2023 to sold-out screenings at the BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival, and went on to a critically acclaimed and award-winning festival run, including Outfest (Audience Award, Best Narrative Feature & Grand Jury Prize, Outstanding Performance for Isaac Krasner), Frameline, Palm Springs IFF, and many more. Audiences who made Netflix’s Heartstopper a hit should gravitate to this. – The Hollywood ReporterAn achingly brilliant queer coming-of-age classic. – The Guardian An instant crowd pleaser, Big Boys is heartwarming and sweetly comedic. – AttitudeA sensitive coming-of-age drama, which relies heavily on the significant appeal of emerging lead actor Isaac Krasner. – Screen  |
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| Corey Sherman is a writer and director for film and television based in Los Angeles. Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim recently hired Corey to write a pilot script for his animated horror-comedy series, Monster Night Live, to be co-written with Matt Maiellaro (Aqua Teen Hunger Force). Prior to that, Corey wrote and directed Francis, Cheap, and Out of Control, an episode of Adult Swim’s 12 Oz. Mouse, which premiered on the network’s April Fools’ Day programming event. Corey worked as a writer and director at the video network Tastemade, where he created Authentic, a comedic series that has received over 100 million views on Facebook. Corey has also written and directed several award-winning comedic short films, such as Hot Take, and had his work featured on the front pages of Reddit, Vulture, and NoBudge. |