This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray. The limited edition slipcover was limited to 2,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.
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
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Overall rating: 4.46281 / 5 from 121 reviews.
The Leather Boys Blu-ray offers a new restoration of this classic British drama, celebrated for its expressionistic photography, gripping themes, and bold exploration of identity. Customers praised the film's cinematography, transfer quality, and the performances of Rita Tushingham and Dudley Sutton. The release includes valuable extras such as commentary and interviews, enhancing the viewing experience.
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"A quietly powerful and ahead-of-its-time character study that still resonates today. The film’s emotional subtlety and strong performances are beautifully preserved in this presentation, with natural grain and solid contrast that suit its understated style. The extras add meaningful context, making this a well-rounded and respectful release. Highly recommended for fans of classic British cinema."
"I'm always looking for something a little different and both AGFA and Shout Factory always deliver, so when I saw this collaboration, I knew I wanted to grab a copy."
"A really solid 60s flick about youth and love. Pleasantly surprised by the queer themes present. A real gem."
"Glad I got this and I need to check more of the AGFA library out!"
"This is Criterion level cinema. Quality and transfer scream boutique. Not because AGFA isn’t fond of rescuing great films, like they did with “Effects” [1979], but because this is the type of film that you can usually see in those high snobby labels. An old, 1960s, beautiful LGBTQ story. Nowadays they’re more accessible and common, but back then these films were relinquished to be forgotten, ignored, or even attacked. This was a blind buy for me, firstly cause the premise sounded wonderful, secondly cause the American Genre Film Archive never ceases to astound me. Not just with weird stuff like “Fuck the Devil” [1990], but treasures such as this."
"A wonderful mix of 1960's British kitchen-sink realism and biker boys film directed by Sidney J. Furie."
"Honestly way too good for AGFA, I heard about this movie in film school and I’m glad I was finally able to pick it up. It’s a great release of this important film. Not a lot of special features, but still very happy to add it to my collection. Highly recommended."
"Terrific kitchen sink drama with queer undertones (somewhat restrained due to the era it was made). Gorgeous transfer too"
"Blind buy that did not disappoint! Love to see AGFA put out queer cinema. The extras are phenomenal. Highly recommended."
"Huge fan of AFGA, I bought it also for the extras. One of these cases in which the physical copy really pays off."
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