Les Boys

The team is made up of ordinary men of different ages and backgrounds who play for enjoyment and friendship.

Stan's gambling debt to a local gangster leads to a high-stakes game against a team of hardened players.

The film mixes locker-room humour with stories of friendship, family and personal struggles.

Its climax brings the community together to support the team.

For community sport organisers, Les Boys celebrates the social value of recreational leagues, which bring people together long after competitive careers end.

It also reflects hockey's central place in Quebec culture and identity.

Its success shows the appetite for local sports stories in film.

Watch Les Boys if you enjoy hockey comedy, Quebec culture or stories about recreational sport.

The original film is in French. This Shelf feature reflects the film's story and themes; it is not a scene-by-scene review.