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Trotsky (The)
- Director: Jacob Tierney
- Writer: Jacob Tierney
- Producer: Isabella Salas
CGiii Comment
Leon Bronstein is an aggravating little prick...after you get used to him (be warned, it does take some time) then, you will be in for a pleasantly uplifting experience.
The gay subplot is very sweet indeed.
The idealism of youth confronting the harsh reality of adulthood...is a ripe subject. This is as fresh as a newly plucked cherry.
The script is crisp and witty, Tierney has obvious talent...he is quite deserving and capable to do bigger things.
Trailer...
The(ir) Blurb...
Leon Bronstein is not your average Montreal West high school student. For one thing, none of his peers can claim to be the reincarnation of early 20th century Soviet iconoclast and Red Army hero, Leon Trotsky. When his father sends Leon to public school as punishment for starting a hunger strike at Papa's clothing factory, Leon quickly lends new meaning to the term 'student union', determined as he is to live out his pre-ordained destiny to the fullest and change the world.
Cast & Characters
Liane Balaban as Nadza;
Jay Baruchel as Leon Bronstein;
Dan Beirne as Dan;
Domini Blythe as Mrs. Davis;
Jonathan Bosco as Horne;
Justin Bradley as Jimmy;
Genevieve Bujold as Denise Archambault;
Anne-Marie Cadieux as Anne Bronstein