Boys on the Side

• Comedy
• Drama

A poignant road trip comedy-drama, *Boys on the Side* charts an unconventional chosen family forged in the face of adversity and the search for new beginnings. Beyond a simple cross-country journey, the film delicately balances the burgeoning connection between Jane, a heartbroken singer, and Robin, a real estate agent navigating the complexities of living with AIDS, alongside the harrowing escape of Holly from a violently controlling partner. What distinguishes this narrative is its matter-of-fact portrayal of early 90s homophobia and the AIDS crisis, not as central conflict, but as lived realities shaping each woman’s vulnerability and desire for connection. It’s a film less about dramatic rescue and more about quiet resilience, discovering solace and unexpected strength through shared experiences, and the gradual unraveling of guarded hearts as they confront painful pasts and uncertain futures.