Jan 17
Meet the Hot Men of 'Queer'
Frank J. Avella READ TIME: 9 MIN.
Colin Bates
Brit-American actor Colin Bates began his career in the title role of the West End production of "Billy Elliot The Musical." He's been rather ubiquitous the last decade on stage, screen and TV and in queer-themed films like the moving "T11 Incomplete," in 2020, and the kinky "Exploited, in 2022." He recently appeared on Broadway in the Bob Dylan musical, "Girl from North Country."
Bates may only appear in one scene in "Queer," but he makes quite an impression. "I feel honored that I made the cut, Bates states, "directors don't owe anything to actors. I think sometimes it's a better film when it's cut down–most the time, it's better if they can kill their darlings."
He can next be seen in "Mare of Easttown" creator Brad Ingelsby's upcoming HBO series, "Task," starring Mark Ruffalo. "It's a great part," Bates exclaims, "very different from "Queer." I'm a motorcycle gang baddie!" He will also be co-starring in an Amazon original film, "Carjackers."
The handsome actor identifies as straight. "That doesn't mean that I haven't had experiences, experimented...have explored," he offers.
Frank J. Avella is a proud EDGE and Awards Daily contributor. He serves as the GALECA Industry Liaison and is a Member of the New York Film Critics Online. His award-winning short film, FIG JAM, has shown in Festivals worldwide (figjamfilm.com). Frank's screenplays have won numerous awards in 17 countries. Recently produced plays include LURED & VATICAL FALLS, both O'Neill semifinalists. He is currently working on a highly personal project, FROCI, about the queer Italian/Italian-American experience. He is a proud member of the Dramatists Guild. https://filmfreeway.com/FrankAvella https://muckrack.com/fjaklute
