After Work

Jan Soldat’s newest observational short offers another glimpse into the sex lives of middle-aged gay men. Similar in structure of 2022’s BLIND DATE, AFTER WORK considers the mundane poetry of casual sex. Here, Lutz arrives at Holger’s apartment for a hook-up. Although they enjoy each other’s bodies in various ways, Holger admits that “this isn’t my day,” that he is too tired to maintain an erection. Tender and honest, AFTER WORK considers the gap between desire and stamina, something all of us must face sooner or later. We can only hope to accept this reality with Holger’s good humour. (Michael Sicinski)

This film will be shown as part of the screening SHORT FILM PROGRAM 5: INCIDENCES.

In the presence of Jan Soldat.