An interview with Boy Erased director Joel Edgerton

by Nick Lay

“If there were bodies piled up at the back of every clinic they wouldn’t exist anymore. The causes of damage I wanted to convey are less tangible.”

A few weeks ago I sat down with director Joel Edgerton to chat about Boy Erased, his deep dive into the murky world of gay conversion therapy starring Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe.Follow ILT on twitter @iltfilm
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Review: Boy Erased – VIFF 2018

by Nick Lay

Writer-director (and co-star) Joel Edgerton’s emotionally challenging deep dive into the murky world of gay conversion therapy is one of the best, and most important films of the year.

Arguably the highlight of VIFF 2018, Boy Erased also stars Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe.Follow ILT on twitter @iltfilm
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What to watch at VIFF 2018…

by Nick Lay

With the 2018 Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) set to get underway this week, ILT brings you coverage of the festival’s best, worst, and weirdest releases.

First up, a rundown on what you should catch from September 27 to October 12…Follow ILT on twitter @iltfilm
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