Tom Weise, a former student of politics, moves to New York in the 1990s after his parents split and he loses contact with them. Being HIV-positive, he lives illegally in the US and struggles to make a living as an escort. He eventually helps set up the website rentboy.com, which becomes the largest escort website. Despite health issues, loneliness, and drug abuse, Tom finds a partner and moves to Berlin, where the Hustla Ball takes place. The film is a vibrant portrait and socio-cultural exploration of a marginalized group, offering a fascinating insight into the minds of escorts and party-makers.
The Good American
A struggling producer, haunted by his parents' divorce and past personal turmoil, seeks stability amidst the chaos of his provocative event production.
