Loverboy (2011)
Release Year: 2011
Alternative Title: Любовникът, O agapitikos, Kochanek
Director: Cãtãlin Mitulescu, Cătălin Mitulescu
Writer: Bianca Oana, Bogdan Mustata, Bogdan Mustață, Cãtãlin Mitulescu, Cătălin Mitulescu
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Marcian Lazar, Cătălin Mitulescu, Daniel Mitulescu
Companies: Chimney Sweden, Film i Väst, Strada Film
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
Awards:
Similar: N/A
Keywords
Keywords: female full frontal nudity, female nudity, female topless nudity, man, naked female corpse, poverty, romanian new wave, sex from behind, sex scene, young
Story
In the Black Sea port of Constanta, Luca, a charming young man in his twenties, seduces women with the intention of passing them on to a prostitution ring led by his friends. However, when Luca meets Veli, one of his potential targets, he finds himself genuinely falling in love with her. The plot thickens as Veli runs away from home and into Luca's bed, complicating Luca's original plan. Set against the backdrop of a lively summer down the Danube river, 'Loverboy' explores the dangerous consequences of Luca's actions as he navigates his newfound feelings.
Summary
'Loverboy', directed by Cătălin Mitulescu in 2011, is a Romanian-Swedish drama-thriller that falls under the umbrella of the Romanian New Wave cinema. The film centers around Luca, a young man who exploits vulnerable women for personal gain, blurring the lines between love and manipulation. Set amidst the vibrant yet potentially dangerous landscape of Constanta's port city and the Danube river, 'Loverboy' delves into themes of poverty, exploitation, and the consequences of one's actions. The film is notable for its frank portrayal of sexual content, including female full frontal nudity, and its exploration of the moral complexities surrounding Luca's character.
