Six filmmakers enter in conversation about the transcendent music, queer activism, and vibrant Black spirituality of composer Julius Eastman, creating a number of eclectic, interconnected film scenes and audio interludes. Joy Boy first came alive as a video-installation accompanying a live performance of Eastman’s music in 2024. Since then, the project has been continuously transforming and now lives as a five-channel installation and, as screened at Rewire 2026, a feature length film.

English spoken

(Mawena Yehouessi, Fallon Mayanja, Rob Jacobs, Victoire Karera Kampire, Paul Shemisi, Anne Reijniers, 64 min, 2026)

Ticket information

As there is a maximum capacity of visitors for all films, we work with free online ticket registration to make sure every visitor is assured of a seat during the film. To register for a seat, you will need to book a ticket via Filmhuis Den Haag's website. Rewire Pass holders may use the action code REWIREXFILMHUIS to receive their free ticket.

• Go to Filmhuis Den Haag's website and click "Bestel tickets," and "Order" at the desired film
• You then log in to use your action code. In the shopping cart, click on "Do you want to insert an action code? Click here." Enter your code, REWIREXFILMHUIS, and click on "Import." You will now see the card type "Action REWIRE" appear. Click "Order"
• You will receive your e-ticket by e-mail
• Access in combination with a 3-Day Pass or Day Pass.