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THE CURIOSITY OF CHANCE (2006)

Plot

In 1980s Europe, flamboyant and gay 16-year-old Chance Marquis shows up at an international high school in a top hat and tails, immediately attracting the attention of the "queer-hating" resident bully, among others. Through his involvement in the school newspaper, he meets an introverted photographer with a mysterious briefcase, and while practicing tennis, he befriends a catty fashionista, both of whom act as his wingmen in his new high school. He also meets the jock-next-door, with whom he forms a tentative friendship, despite the jock's cacophonous group of friends. The film follows Chance through a year of high school, with its attendant drama, successes, and hijinks—including sneaking into a drag bar, where Chance begins to explore his true self.

Themes underscored throughout the film include facing one's fears as one grows into adulthood, and the barriers that people put up in order to cope with life. Chance claims to be strong with his nonchalant attitude, but when photos of him in drag show up all over school, Chance must face his own preachings of staying true to oneself.

The Curiosity of Chance
Release poster
Directed by	Russell P. Marleau
Produced by	Lisa Schahet Michael Gleissner
Written by	Russell P. Marleau
Starring	Tad Hilgenbrink Brett Chukerman
Music by	Willie Aron Josef Peters
Cinematography	Jack Messitt
Edited by	Mark Rees
Production company	Bigfoot Entertainment
Release date	October 21, 2006 (Seattle)
Running time	99 minutes
Country	United States Belgium
Language	English
Budget	€1 million (approx. USD$1.3 million)