In the queer coming-of-age comedy The Exploding Boy, misanthropic teenager Alex Silver (Parris Bates) dreams of becoming the next Jim Henson. Unfortunately, his overbearing father (Bradley Thomas Stephens) is constantly berating and belittling him for his unique pursuits.
School, where Alex finds himself bullied and ostracized, is no better. Everything changes, however, when he meets Julius (Daniel Q. Taylor), a charismatic transfer student. With upbeat optimism, Julius slowly teaches Alex how to become a better version of himself… and an endearing romance soon develops.
From co-directors Ian Southworth and Monty Wolfe, The Exploding Boy is a low-budget indie comedy made with a surplus of heart… and, of course, puppets!
Watch the trailer for The Exploding Boy below and click here to pre-order your copy. The film is available now on-demand and will be available on DVD and Blu-ray at TLAgay starting August 20th.