Paying for It (2024)
Release Year: 2024
Nation: Canada
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Sook-Yin Lee
Writer: Chester Brown, Joanne Sarazen, Sook-Yin Lee
Production & Genre
Producer: Executive Producer: John Cameron Mitchell
Companies: Hawkeye Pictures, Wildling Pictures
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
Awards:
Similar: N/A
Keywords
Keywords: bare chested male, hairy crotch, male frontal nudity, male full frontal nudity, male nudity, male pubic hair, prostitute, prostitution, pubic hair, title directed by female
Story
In late '90s Toronto, Chester (Chester Brown), a committed but introverted cartoonist, is in a long-term relationship with Sonny. When Sonny suggests opening up their relationship, Chester finds himself exploring new forms of intimacy by visiting sex workers. This unexpected journey helps him uncover aspects of himself and his sexuality that he hadn't previously known existed.
Summary
'Paying for It' is a 2024 Canadian comedy-drama directed by Sook-Yin Lee, based on cartoonist Chester Brown's autobiographical graphic novel of the same name. The film offers a unique perspective on relationships, intimacy, and self-discovery through its portrayal of Chester's experiences with prostitution in turn-of-the-millennium Toronto. Intertwined with Lee's own story, 'Paying for It' subtly explores themes of sexuality, communication, and personal growth, captured with humor and candor.
