IMDb 6.2 2021 HD

Pool Boy

Pool Boy

2021
Romance
10 min NR USA
2.8 / 10
6.2 IMDB

River Gallo stars as a non-binary pool cleaner who attracts the attention of a former high school athlete.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Luke Willis
Starring
River Gallo / Tim Torre / Justin Chien

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

sweet charming intimate earnest understated predictable subdued gentle tender thoughtful authentic pleasant

Reviews

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Isabelle Dubois
Mar 29, 2026
3.7 / 5
3.7

River Gallo is the magnetic heart of 'Pool Boy', portraying a non-binary pool cleaner with remarkable grace. The film traces an unexpected connection with a former high school athlete, and the direction wisely allows these interactions to unfold…

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David Thompson
Mar 29, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

'Pool Boy' presents an intriguing premise centred on River Gallo's non-binary pool cleaner and their entanglement with a former athlete. Gallo's performance is earnest, though the film struggles to elevate its narrative beyond a predictable romantic trajectory. The…

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Sophia Chen
Mar 29, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

River Gallo shines in 'Pool Boy', a charming exploration of a developing relationship. As a non-binary pool cleaner who catches the eye of a former high school athlete, Gallo brings an engaging authenticity to the role. The film’s…

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Marcus Bellweather
Mar 29, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

In 'Pool Boy', River Gallo delivers a nuanced performance that grounds the film's central romance. The story, which sees Gallo's non-binary pool cleaner attracting the attention of a former athlete, leans into the intimacy of its characters. The…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 29, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

River Gallo anchors 'Pool Boy' with a compelling presence as a non-binary pool cleaner navigating an unexpected romantic interest. The film, directed with an understated touch, focuses on the quiet unfolding of connection between Gallo's character and a…

FAQs

Based on its premise of a burgeoning romance between a pool cleaner and a former athlete, 'Pool Boy' is likely to adopt a tone that is at once intimate and potentially heartwarming. The focus on character interaction and the suggestion of romantic pursuit hints at a film that prioritises emotional connection and perhaps a gentle exploration of modern relationships, possibly with a touch of indie charm.