Jess & James

Jess & James.

Jess is a bohemian youth with secrets to hide from his shrewd parents. James feels trapped living with his irritable mother. After meeting for a sexual encounter, the two young men set off on a spontaneous road trip across rural Argentina to reunite with Jess’ estranged brother. On their journey, they confront strange occurrences and engage in a ménage à trois affair that brings them closer. Their newly found affection grows, all while discovering a fresh vision of freedom and happiness. Jess & James is a sexually charged road-trip movie, a love story, and a coming-of-age tale, set against the mythical landscape of the Argentinian Pampas.

Director.

As a director, writer, producer, actor, playwright, and novelist, Santiago Giralt is a prominent, active figure in Argentinian cinema, theater, and literature. He studied film at the Universidad del Cine and started his career as a writer. Giralt co-wrote Gemini (2005), which was premiered at the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight; and he co-wrote Lamb of God (2008), which opened the 37th Rotterdam Film Festival. Together with his partner, Federico Carol, Giralt runs the production company Los Griegos. Jess & James is the first gay-themed feature produced by Los Griegos.