- Actors: Jonathan Wade-Drahos, Andre Khabbazi, Brian Lane Green, Kiersten Warren, Daniel Kucan
- Directors: Dirk Shafer
- Writers: Dirk Shafer, Gregory Hinton
- Producers: David Cohn, Gregory Hinton, Michael Roth, Paul Etheredge, Steven J. Wolfe
- Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC, Import
- Language: English
- Region: (US and Canada This DVD will probably NOT be viewable in other countries. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
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- Studio: Mongrel Media
- Release Date: Mar 30 2004
- Run Time: 120 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00006SFL5
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Another segment of the gay life
Jan 11 2003
Format:DVD
CIRCUIT does not purport to be a total description of the Los Angeles gay population as some reviewers seem to believe and object. This film shows a very real segment of men whose lives ARE ruled by physical appearance, gym bodies, dance clubs, sexy clothes and drug abuse. 'Circuit' refers to the widespread gay parties that glorify the razzle dazzle of Dionysian sexuality - the White Party in Palm Springs, the Red Party, the Blue Party, etc. The story shows how a closeted cop from a small town ventures to West Hollywood, finds comradery in the freedom of life he has been repressing, and goes all the way with the extremes of the wild life, ending up with the sad side effects of overindulgence. No one here is preaching that this compulsive behaviour is THE way to live; the other people our cop encounters include men and women who live on the periphery of the party line and are tender, loving, caring 'normal' folk. What the writers and directors do examine here is just how fatal the wild life can become when the fear of aging, of no longer becoming the 'new sensation' in town, happens. There is a lot of in-club dancing accompanied by a lot of drug use and abuse. Yet in the end we have the opportunity of examining the Rake's Progress effects on all the characters who survive. The use of the 'video being made' within a film is very effective and the cast is eye candy and for the most part a fine group of actors. No need for accepting or rejecting this film as a statement more than an exploration of a facet of real life that gratefully is not a whole population.
Five Star Rating is for photography and verisimilitude
July 9 2004
Format:DVD
Maybe this movie isn't a true portrayal of the scene all over the place, but it documents well, a real part of gay life that came about in the 70's and lasted until who knows when.
It isn't like the flames and heat of the 70's and 80's, because there was a more primal sense of discovery, and the "forbidden fruit" aspect of life then was a perk to us Circuit boys that isn't as available now. We weren't following a pattern, but making one.
I think this movie will become a piece that stays in the Gay Canon and one which will be as lasting as VALLEY OF THE DOLLS was/is.
I particularly liked the empty, lovely, and bad hustler. He was so totally close to the hustlers of the French Quarter I knew years ago. Only, he had more energy, and was cleaner, and more sophistocated--but, just an innerly empty. That emptiness is a reality that he really portrays.
Like flashing photography? Like dancing kissing gay men? You like to know what a White Party or Red Party is about?
It is a hard world for a true muscled, lovely, slightly aging hunk, and this will make you laugh and cry.
The tragedy portrayed, was valid. I think the sad side is we all know a bunch of guys who died along the way.
Older gay men will like this, especially couples who lived the days of wild abandon.
Kids, Don't Let This Happen To You
Jun 28 2004
Format:DVD
CIRCUIT is essentially an ABC Afterschool Special for gay men which seems to say that if you party with all the dopey pretty boys, you'll end up wasted, too. Former Playgirl hunk Derik Shafer directs this piece of disco drivel featuring shoddy lighting, not-too-good sound and wooden performances by the actors. Recommended only if you like seeing loads of hunky flesh.
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Valley of the Dopes
This film does exactly what it intends to do for the like-minded viewer, pisses off those that disagree, and updates Valley of the Dolls for those of us that love the obvious... Read more
Published on Jun 22 2004 by DonMac
Eye opening look at circuit life
CIRCUIT is an interesting movie that paints a picture about many facets of certain gay lifestyles. I say that because it is not a representation of EVERY gay life. Read more
Published on April 15 2004 by Jake Z
Dark and Hopeful
As movies go, it was entertaining and informitive. A good movie to watch. It had some darkness too it and it addressed self destructive behavior and hit some very real gay issues... Read more
Published on Mar 27 2004 by T. Hulse
Engaging, entertaining and enjoyable.
Circuit was an enjoyable film. For most, will never see this side of the world and it allows you a view of a reality that is alien to most of us. Read more
Published on Mar 23 2004 by T. Hulse
Don't party too hard...
I really enjoyed this film.
Great music, good looking guys, lots of club scenes etc.
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Great music, good looking guys, lots of club scenes etc.
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Published on Jan 21 2004 by H. R. Trigg
Bad movie- brilliantly accurate.
It is pointless to say anything about the quality of the film, because the script is bad, the production values are dreadful, etc. Read more
Published on Jan 11 2004
Good film! (besides the acting)
The acting was poor but the film's message was profound and thought provoking. Always a plus is the beautiful well-built leading man along with an excellent excellent sex scene! Read more
Published on Jan 5 2004 by SecDavid
Perfect Bodies
The gentically perfect. Love them, hate them. Envy them, want to be them, and yet, not be them. These are guy's that refelect effortless confidence. Read more
Published on Dec 6 2003 by D. O'Neill
engrossing glimpse of one aspect of gay life
Not being a circuit guy myself, i enjoyed watching and alternately being excited and horrified by the proceedings. Read more
Published on Oct 10 2003 by Harry Gordon Jensen
Party Monsters
Saw this movie a while ago, and had a blast watching people have too much fun. The music is great, and the build-ups for each party are very well done. Read more
Published on July 1 2003 by Josh
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