This screening of John Palmer's "Sugar," based on short stories by Bruce LaBruce, features stellar performances and delves into a grimy coming-of-age tale. The screening will include an introduction and post-screening Q&A with DOC NYC's Artistic Director Jaie Laplante, who co-wrote the script.

Sugar with Jaie Laplante (DOC NYC Artistic Director, Co-writer)

Cliff receives an unusual 18th birthday gift from his younger sister — marijuana, alcohol, a subway token and the mission to lose his virginity. This results in Cliff meeting a young street hustler named Butch. At first, as Butch introduces Cliff to gay street life in Toronto, Cliff is excited by his new relationship. But as the two grow closer, he finds that Butch has problems, including drug addiction, that are cause for serious concern.