Your Heart is Homeless – A short LGBTQ+ film written and directed by Darren Brade

SYNOPSIS:
Carl, struggling to come to terms with his sexuality, meets James for a one-night stand that goes horribly wrong.

Runtime: 12 minutes

DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT:
When I wrote ‘Your Heart is Homeless’ I wanted to tell the story of the many people who lead a double life, struggling to come to terms with their sexuality. Coming out is hard for anyone and not everyone does, some lead a double life and have secret meetings whenever they can. I also wanted to explore “gay panic” which is rarely in the news, but gay men often talk about scary encounters they have.

While this story is fictional, it is based on my experiences and encounters over the years and will hopefully be relatable to other gay men who have had similar encounters.

CAST
Carl – James Buttling
James – Peter McPherson
Barman – Wesley Mahoney

CREW
Written & Directed by – Darren Brade
Assistant director – Wesley Mahoney
Produced by – Darren Brade
Wesley Mahoney
Camera Operator – Fyodor Houtheusen
Sound: Recordist – Adam Bertenshaw
Hair & Make-up – Ava Gilles
Stills Photography – Chris Biele

Special Thanks:
Wyndham’s Theatre, Northumberland Arms (London), David Thomas, Fabrice Ouakinine, Monica Mahoney, Katie, Lee and Cameron

Music:
‘Everything is Alright’ – Voodoo Trash
‘Eargasms’ – Voodoo Trash
‘Metaphor’ – Audionautix
‘Radiant Flux’ – Alan Singley

Film Type
Production Status
Year
Runtime

Narrative Short Film – LGBTQ+
COMPLETED
2019
12 Minutes