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Code Name: Dynastud

  • 2018
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 34m
IMDb RATING
3.7/10
332
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Derek Laurendeau and Anthony Gaudette in Code Name: Dynastud (2018)
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In the year 2024, homosexuality has been outlawed by an extreme right-wing government. Only one extraordinary man can stop this wave of terror and repression, a superhero for our troubled ti... Read allIn the year 2024, homosexuality has been outlawed by an extreme right-wing government. Only one extraordinary man can stop this wave of terror and repression, a superhero for our troubled times.In the year 2024, homosexuality has been outlawed by an extreme right-wing government. Only one extraordinary man can stop this wave of terror and repression, a superhero for our troubled times.

  • Director
    • Richard Griffin
  • Writers
    • Richard Griffin
    • Duncan Pflaster
    • Scott Phillips
  • Stars
    • Michael Varrati
    • Anthony Gaudette
    • Chris Torem
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  • IMDb RATING
    3.7/10
    332
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Richard Griffin
    • Writers
      • Richard Griffin
      • Duncan Pflaster
      • Scott Phillips
    • Stars
      • Michael Varrati
      • Anthony Gaudette
      • Chris Torem
    • 13User reviews
    • 9Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 4 nominations total

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    Michael Varrati
    Michael Varrati
    • Gaydar
    Anthony Gaudette
    • Dynastud
    Chris Torem
    Chris Torem
    • Gunther-Russian Villain (Principle)
    Aaron Andrade
    Aaron Andrade
    • Vargas
    Anthony Rainville
    Anthony Rainville
    • Thug #1
    Jordan Pacheco
    Jordan Pacheco
    • Lee Van Queef
    Adam LaFramboise
    • Dennis
    Sissy O'Hara
    Sissy O'Hara
    • Zelda
    Victoria Paradis
    Victoria Paradis
    • KD Lang Fan Club #4
    Graham Stokes
    • Jeremiah
    Ronald Martin
    • Gary
    Dan Mauro
    • Sam
    Daniel Martens
    • Dream Man
    Mark Andrew Garner
    Mark Andrew Garner
    • Bruce Li
    Samantha Acampora
    Samantha Acampora
    • Clementine the Canadian Tour Guide
    Bruce Church
    • Teddy Hightower
    Derek Laurendeau
    • Bart
    Lars Rieck
    • Deke
    • Director
      • Richard Griffin
    • Writers
      • Richard Griffin
      • Duncan Pflaster
      • Scott Phillips
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    8tcoll32

    Dynastud is a Fresh Take on Fun Filled Action Films

    Dynastud is what you would expect from a James Bond superhero type film with the super handsome dude hooking up with hot people and saving the world except instead of girls it is with guys. Finally a gay action, super spy, adventure, superhero movie.In a near future world where being gay is against the law we have one guy fighting for gay rights, Dynastud. Great fun but not for the easily offended but if you are a fan of Richard Griffin films then you won't be offended. I had the privilege of being at the premiere and the crowd was raucous and laughing their collective asses off. Beautifully shot and great special effects it is a well rounded film with an amazing cast. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.
    Gaymers

    A campy return to the roots of gay cinema

    I really enjoyed Dynastud and the return to campy humor that's been missing in LGBTQ films lately.

    Campy humor has been and will always be a part of gay culture. It's how we process all the pain, anger, and disappointment we've experienced (and still experience today, unfortunately). Campy films seemed to hit their peak in the late 90s and 2000s and it was a fun time for our cinema. In the 2010s, they seemed to go out of style. But this film seems to mark a return to humor.

    We need laughter. These are very dark times in our country and often times it feels like we're losing everything we fought to achieve. Dynastud represents a time capsule of what we're suffering through and it's important for it to be said. Sure, the film is outlandish. That's what makes campy humor so much fun.

    My husband and I really enjoyed it and hope more film makers will make campy films because it really does help deal with all the madness in this current administration.
    6a_santos-73099

    Good heart, Great comedy, but lacks some quality.

    If you sat through the first 15min then keep watching!

    I'll start with what I didn't like: first off I could say it appears to be done on a micro-budget, as it lacks quality, and special effects are often bad.

    Then the plot isn't the greatest, as it seems another movie making fun of other hyped movies, or exaggerating situations nearly to a ridicule. The acting in some parts looks more like a theatre play than an actual movie, I didn't like the whole cast, but some did do well in their parts. Soundtrack also could have been improved, although I was surprised and amused on a few instances.

    Said all of this, the good: it's a GREAT smart comedy, and if you are not easily offended, you will likely laugh your ass off in several occasions! Also, it's a critic to some of today's issues and overall social problems, and transmits a message of acceptance and tolerance very much needed in today's world.

    Overall a movie to watch when you need to relax and improve your mood.
    8ljmcfarland

    A Fun Time with something different.

    Better than average campy fun movie. As someone earlier mentioned, think of a James Bond movie done by a collaboration of Mel Brooks & the Broken Lizard folks. The acting was decently accomplished, particularly by the two leads. There was full frontal nudity which wasn't titillating and I suppose would turn some off. If there was one thing that turned me off it was the impression that the entire movie was dubbed.
    8caribjonlost

    Ranks up there

    I watch movies to be entertained. I want to laugh when I watch comedies. This movie is pretty funny. I enjoy the quips. I enjoy the brief nudity. I enjoy the actors reaction timings. If you like Another Gay Movie, take away half the budget and enjoy yourself. It mocks most things popular, not just politics. If you can't take a joke, then don't watch any movies in general.

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    • Quotes

      Lee Van Queef: Now I'd like to introduce you to, the bear squad

      [a group of large men appear holding various heavy tools]

      Bear Squad Leader: We are going to mop the floor with you two wankers

      Vargas: Sam, deploy the twink, quick, before they kill us.

      [Sam throws a deflated blowup doll near the men which inflates and changes into a fully naked young man that attracts the 'bear squad' away from Vargas and Sam]

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      References Bride of Frankenstein (1935)

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    • Release date
      • October 26, 2018 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Watch on Fearless
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Cruising for a Bruising: The Legend of Dynastud
    • Production company
      • Scorpio Film Releasing
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      • $25,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 34 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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