A Very Good Boy
Released in January 2026. A Very Good Boy is a documentary film. directed by Sébastien Lifshitz. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Claude Loir and Ghislain Van Hove
Synopsis
From his childhood in a modest family in the Pyrénées to his unexpected career as a porn actor in the 1970s, the film traces the life of Claude Loir, who set out to fully embrace life. His homosexuality and curiosity guide him through encounters that lead into the shadowy, liberated circles of a pre-AIDS era, caught between conservatism and sexual freedom. Loves and lovers, flamboyance and fragility… the film offers a striking portrait of a fearless, hedonistic man navigating desire, identity, and society’s constraints.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 5, 2026
Released this month
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ARTE
- INA
- Agat Films & Cie / Ex Nihilo
- Société des Producteurs de L'Angoa
- Indéfilms 13
- The Party Film Sales
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Very Good Boy about?
From his childhood in a modest family in the Pyrénées to his unexpected career as a porn actor in the 1970s, the film traces the life of Claude Loir, who set out to fully embrace life. His homose...
Who directed A Very Good Boy?
A Very Good Boy was directed by Sébastien Lifshitz.
How long is A Very Good Boy?
A Very Good Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was A Very Good Boy released?
A Very Good Boy was released on January 5, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Very Good Boy?
The main cast of A Very Good Boy includes Claude Loir, Ghislain Van Hove.