NoelAlejandro Raid episode 1 Guardian Angels
Studio: NoelAlejandro
Cast: Lars Skov, Sunny Mike & Jonzu
RAID by Noel Alejandro unravels as a poetic exploration of hedonism, presented in an innovative four-part cinematic journey. With its signature Noel Alejandro aesthetics, the film plunges us into the pulsating heart of Berlin's nightlife. As the narrative begins, we find ourselves immersed in a typical Berlin scene. The rhythmic clicks of fingers dancing over piano keys seamlessly transform into the sultry
touch of skin. Time is rendered irrelevant for a group of queer
men consumed by chemistry and desire, creating an intoxicating atmosphere. GUARDIAN ANGELS, the inaugural piece of RAID, introduces us instantly to a bathroom where our protagonists, Felix (Lars Skov) and Thomas (Sunny Mike), engage in a passionate encounter while ostensibly keeping vigil over their
friend, Jonzu. Their intoxicating chemistry eclipses their original mission as persistent knocks on the door fade into the background. In a moment of reckless abandon, Felix swigs from a bottle of cleaning fluid, drawing closer to Jonathan, who somberly reminds
him of the lifeless body in the bathtub. 'Noel Alejandro's aim shifts here,'
he reveals. 'This is the
first time I am not explicitly putting my cinema at the service of
sex-positivity. The tone is darker, imbued with
black humour and an intent to observe without judgment. 'The film drops us smack-dab in the middle of a wild party, where floral arrangements coalesce with sexual encounters, backed by a pulsating techno score. The relentless knocking at the door evokes a casual indifference among guests until an unforeseen police interruption signals an impending shift, while within the bathroom, irreversible events unfold. RAID emerges as a poignant reflection on chemsex, intricately laced with satire and critique. As the film unfolds, it exposes the increasing raids on
gay spaces under the guise of regulating new and untested substances, subtly hinting at a systemic movement aimed at dismantling the very places where liberation thrives. Alejandro masterfully intertwines this narrative with a 'time twist' at the film's conclusion, mirroring the global resurgence of fascism and the encroachment upon queer safe havens. ---CASTLARS SKOVLars finds expression in many forms: in the piano, where
his music resonates, and on screen, where
his body
takes the lead. SUNNY MIKELiving up to
his name, Sunny exudes warmth and charm. With the ability to transition from a playful smile to a profoundly intense gaze,
he captivates the audience's attention. JONZUA multi-faceted artist and influencer, Jonzu has roots in New York but now thrives in Berlin. Previously featured in Noel Alejandro's Remember I Am (2024),
his written work for Queer Majority critiques the need for change in
gay adult film, drawing from
his experiences as a queer, gender-nonconforming individual.
Format: mp4
Duration: 16:32
Video: 1920x1080, AVC (H.264), 3907kbps
Audio: 322kbps
File size: 512.7 MB
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