Boy George & Culture Club Documentary Premieres Tribeca Festival

The new documentary Boy George & Culture Club, directed by Alison Ellwood, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and explores the iconic 1980s band’s rise, fall, and lasting cultural impact. Central to the film is the intense and flirtatious romance between Boy George and drummer Jon Moss, which inspired enduring hits like “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me” and played a significant role in the band's dissolution. Both George and Moss describe their attraction as love at first sight, with Moss admitting he was smitten despite never having had a relationship with a man before. The documentary also highlights the challenges George faced due to his sexuality and flamboyant persona during the 1980s, issues that the director notes remain relevant for LGBTQ people today. All four band members participated candidly, discussing not only their personal relationships but also George's struggles with addiction and the mixed reception to their third album. Boy George & Culture Club will be released on Netflix in the fall, offering an immersive journey through the band's history and the cultural phenomenon they became.