Speedway Junky

USA, 1999. 105 mins. Wolfe Vid.

Johnny has run away from home to pursue his fantasy to race cars – but he runs into trouble and out of money in Las Vegas. Gay street hustler Eric befriends Johnny and introduces him to his gang, including brash Steven and charming Wilma. Johnny also meets Eric’s surrogate mom Veronica. As the two boys become close, they are confronted with a life-threatening situation involving drugs, money and betrayal, and Johnny must decide if he has what it takes to follow his dream.

Director: Nickolas Perry