O Fantasma
2000
Lisbon, Portugal
João Pedro Rodrigues
Erotic Queer Psychological Drama
What’s it all about: Lisbon has the hottest garbage collector on the planet and he is not afraid of filth
First Encounter: at the Angelika; Candotti’s first viewing (“It’s nice to see a film from Portugal”)
Prostitute Index: nil
Death By: rough trade
Relics: speedos, bulky motorcycle gloves, getting knocked out with one punch, the production logo for strand releasing
Heartthrob: Ricardo Meneses
LoFi Magic: torn speedo, pre-ripped packing tape for a one-take kidnapping, a soundtrack of barking dogs and silence
Makes me want to: join a pool
Candotti take: “A dark gay film.”
Worth a watch/rewatch: Yes (last 20 minutes you can skim)
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