Poltergay

Synopsis:

Emma and Marc, two young lovers, move into a house which has been uninhabited for thirty years. What they don’t know is that in 1979, in a cave under the house, there was a gay disco, which burned down when a foam machine short-circuited, and five bodies were never found. Today, the house is haunted by five gay ghosts. However, only Marc is able to see them, and his visions drive Emma away.

Quick Thoughts:

This French film is definitely a queer fantasy film, but it’s also quite a funny comedy! The story is rather absurd – yet it creates a handful of comedic irony since Marc (and a couple other men) are the only ones able to see the very flamboyant and 70’s “fashionably” dressed poltergeists haunting their home. Overall, it’s actually a decent film for what it aims to be and has a couple decent special effects that work perfect for ghosts. The only quirk I have is that the ending is a bit… eh. It works, but the film ends leaving you without an adequate ending for all. If you enjoy French films, can understand French, or simply don’t mind reading subtitles, “Poltergay” is an enjoyable queer fantasy film!