Stumbled upon this gem of a comedy-drama while channel-surfing. Not surprised that it was never screened locally, given the "staid" attitude of some of our cinema chains when it comes to procuring lesser-known independent films. And with a title of Kinky Boots to boot (pun fully intended)? Which was a shame, because the moral of this tale is something Singaporeans should learn about. Buried in the midst of the laughs and "glamour" of the shoe business, is a lesson about discrimination.
It was inspired by a true story about a men's footwear factory in conservative Northamptonshire which turned to the production of kinky boots in a bid to rescue an ailing family business and safeguard the jobs of the local community. The premise and "kink" part reminded me a little of the Full Monty.
Enjoyable and fun, yet touched by poignancy.
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