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Blackmail Boys
After moving to Chicago for art school, Sam begins turning tricks to help pay the bills. His longtime, long-distance boyfriend Aaron can't stand to be apart and finally joins him, determined to find enough work so that Sam can give up having sex for money. When the two decide to tie the knot and move to a state where they can marry, their financial worries intensify...until Aaron spies on Sam with a prominent client, and everything changes. This sweet and sexually explicit love story becomes an exhilarating extortion tale. contains graphic sexuality
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Plot Summary
A group of aging, mediocre criminals decides to pull off one last heist: kidnapping the son of a wealthy businessman. However, their plans quickly unravel due to their own incompetence and the unexpected complications that arise. The film explores themes of desperation, loyalty, and the absurdity of their situation.
Critical Reception
Blackmail Boys received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised Matteo Garrone's direction and the performances of the cast, particularly Carlo Verdone. However, some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and the tone uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stylish direction and dark humor.
Critiqued for a somewhat meandering plot.
Performances, especially from Carlo Verdone, were a highlight.
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Fun Fact
The film is an Italian remake of the 1975 French film 'L'Alpagueur' (The Lurcher).
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