Girl Stroke Boy is a British comedy film, released in 2021, directed by and starring Jenna Suru. The film focuses on Tom (played by newcomer Theo James), a middle-class man who brings his new partner, Olly (played by Harris Dickinson), home to meet his family.
Olly is a West Indian who identifies as genderqueer and presents as androgynous, confusing Tom's family with their unfamiliarity with non-binary identities. The film follows the interactions between the family and Olly as they navigate their differing views on gender and sexuality.
As the family tries to come to terms with Olly's gender identity, Tom's sister, Jess (played by Emma Rigby), is also struggling with her own issues around sexuality. The film explores their differing experiences of love and identity while also offering a critique of societal norms and expectations.
Girl Stroke Boy offers a unique perspective on gender and sexuality within the context of a middle-class family. The film has received positive reviews for its thoughtful approach to sensitive issues, while also offering a lighthearted and humorous take on family dynamics.
