

Gabriel is a young, aspiring musical composer whose life seems stuck in the First Act. When his new musical number gets a critical reception, a theatre colleague, Perry, tells Gabriel that he needs to get a life before he can write about one – so he heads straight for his local gay bar.
Writing
Snappy dialogue that captures pre-internet cruising culture perfectly.
Costume
Peak late-90s club kid fashion, every outfit a time capsule.
Acting
Tori Spelling's unhinged diva meltdown—career highlight, honestly.

Director
Jim Fall
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Shot in 18 days on a $450k budget, it became a sleeper hit at LGBTQ+ festivals before mainstream distribution.
The 'Trick' musical number Gabriel performs was written by the film's composer David Friedman, who based it on his own failed love life.