WHAT IS
OTHER BOYS NYC?

50 stories.

Other Boys NYC is a documentary series that explores the diverse experiences of 50 queer and transgender men of color in New York City. The series premiered in February 2017 exclusively on SLAY TV, a global queer media network that elevates narratives by people of color.

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ABOUT THE
CREATORS

 

Abdool Corlette is an award-winning filmmaker based in New York City. He is a graduate of the School of Visual Arts’ Film Program and is the current Art Director at GLAAD. He has spent over ten years working on commercial, narrative and documentary projects. He is passionate about showcasing the stories of underrepresented communities in film and television.

 

Adam Vazquez is a Freelance Video Producer. He has worked in casting, writing, scripting, editing, producing and directing high profile projects across the NYC area.

IN THE
MEDIA.

Other Boys NYC showcases a level of intersectional diversity that mainstream television couldn’t dream of capturing.

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Andrew S. Vargas Contributor at Remezcla

Other Boys NYC is a potent antidote to mainstream gay media, which often fails to adequately include and represent the experiences of LGBTQ minorities.

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Manuel Betancourt Contributor at VICE

Other Boys NYC gives gay and trans men of color living in New York a platform to reveal their personal stories and take control of their own narratives.

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Alexandra Phanor-Faury Contributor at Konbini