Dream Boy (2008)

In the quiet, god-fearing town of St. Francesville, a brilliant yet introverted newcomer named Nathan (portrayed by Stephan Bender) grapples with the crushing silence of his troubled family life. With an intellect that outpaces his peers, Nathan's academic journey finds him a grade ahead, yet emotionally, he is years behind. Amidst a nomadic existence, moving from one town to another, Nathan's family finds themselves inexplicably rooted in this quaint southern town. Enter Roy (brought to life by the multifaceted Max Roeg), a confident, hard-working lad a year Nathan's senior, who steers not only the school bus but also their budding friendship into uncharted territories. As their bond deepens, it morphs into a relationship teetering on the precipice of longing and confusion. However, hidden truths begin to claw at the fabric of their relationship, as the unvoiced rules governing their emotionally charged interactions start to disintegrate. Once again, Nathan's world threatens to implode, mirroring the tumultuous chaos of his home life. As the narrative reaches its fever pitch, a maelstrom of shame, fear, stress, and catastrophe threatens to paralyze and shatter their worlds. Through this whirlwind of emotion and struggle, Dream Boy explores the fragility of young love, the weight of hidden truths, and the devastating consequences of secrets left unspoken.

Dream Boy is a drama movie featuring Stephan Bender and directed by James Bolton.

It is possible to buy Dream Boy on Vudu or rent it on Spectrum On Demand.