Montreal Main(1974)

Montreal Main is a 1974 Canadian film that explores male sexuality through the eyes of Frank, an unemployed photographer navigating life with his circle of gay friends. When Frank and his best friend Bozo attempt a sexual encounter despite identifying as straight, their friendship is tested. The situation intensifies when Frank develops romantic feelings for Johnny, a 13-year-old boy, forcing both men to confront uncomfortable truths about desire and identity. Presented as an autobiographical work, the film offers an unflinching look at sexuality and relationships in 1970s Montreal, blending intimate character study with controversial subject matter that remains provocative decades later.