Me and the Pool Boy

About This Movie

So, 'Me and the Pool Boy' is this quiet little drama from 2010 that really explores the complexities of unspoken feelings and desires. The atmosphere is quite intimate, almost suffocating, as you follow Guilherme navigating his attraction to his best friend. It's not flashy; there are no big special effects, but the performances carry a weight to them that makes you lean in closer. The pacing is deliberate, letting moments breathe and giving space for tension to build. There’s a raw honesty in how it approaches themes of longing and fear of rejection, especially through the lens of internet discovery. It’s definitely one of those films that stays with you, if you’re into character-driven narratives.

Intimate character study · Strong performance dynamics · Explores themes of longing and fear