The Leather Boys

The American Genre Film Archive (AGFA) represents the world's largest theatrical catalog of exploitation cinema. Their home video line presents a diverse selection of movies, ranging from new preservations of classics from the vast library of Something Weird to the wildest in shot-on-video (SOV) titles. Vinegar Syndrome’s sister company, OCN Distribution, is thrilled to be representing this diverse and unique home video line!

Part of Britain’s new wave of hyper-realistic “Kitchen Sink” films, THE LEATHER BOYS is a riveting mix of teen angst, biker thrills, and raging emotion. The movie follows young newlyweds Reggie (Colin Campbell) and Dot (Rita Tushingham, A TASTE OF HONEY) as they embark on a new life together. But there’s trouble in paradise when Reggie develops feelings for Pete (Dudley Sutton), a member of a rival biker gang. Directed by Sidney J. Furie (THE ENTITY) and written by Gillian Freeman from her novel, THE LEATHER BOYS explodes with expressionistic photography, gripping themes, and a bold exploration of identity. Long unavailable on home video, AGFA + Shout! Factory are elated to present a sparkling new restoration of this important chapter of early queer cinema.

directed by: Sidney J. Furie
starring: Rita Tushingham, Colin Campbell, Dudley Sutton
1964 / 108 min / 2.35:1 / English Mono

Additional info:

• Region Free Blu-ray
  
• New restoration from the 35mm negative
  
• Commentary with director Sidney J. Furie and biographer Daniel Kremer
  
• Audio interviews with stars Rita Tushingham and Dudley Sutton
  
• Short: CONSENTING ADULTS: A STUDY OF HOMOSEXUALITY, from the Something Weird S-VHS archive • Reversible cover artwork
  
• English SDH subtitles