Daddy and the Muscle Academy
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Tom of Finland is one of the gay world's few authentic icons. His drawings have had an enormous influence on gay identity. Tom's ultimate leather men are known and seen everywhere. They are symbols of gay pride and friendship. The documentary includes some titillating 'enactments' inspired by Tom's art work.
Status: Released
Released Date: 1991-10-17
Runtime: 58 mins
Director: Ilppo Pohjola
Writer: Ilppo Pohjola
Spoken language: suomi, English
Genres: Documentary
Original title: Daddy and the Muscle Academy
Production Companies: Filmitakomo, YLE
Production Countries: Finland
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