Disgraced cop Aiden is thrust into Sydney’s neon-soaked gay district, where a chance encounter with Cody—a seductive bartender and sex worker—sparks a dangerous spiral. Blackmailed into working for Fat Frankie, a murderous drag queen mob boss, Aiden is drawn into a deadly heist and a twisted game of survival. As he battles desire, betrayal, and his own demons, Aiden must decide if redemption is worth the price of betrayal.

 

​​BODY BLOW is a thrilling and emotional crime drama that delves into the dangerous intersection of sex, power, and crime. This "neon-noir" film offers a queer perspective on one of cinema's most enduring genres. Starring some of Australia's most iconic talent.

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​Written Directed and Produced by Dean Francis

​Producers Timothy May, Ulysses Oliver, Benjamin Ferris

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Developed with the assistance of Screen NSW