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I really enjoyed this movie.  Very stylish, great direction.  The chemistry between the two main characters is undeniable.  Parts were a bit hard to follow, I think that has to do with the editing, but still a good one.  Based on a true story, this is a real thrill ride. 

Ok, this is one of those movies with a great premise, and you go in really wanting to like it.  I actually will give it a "thumbs up", but it is mostly for what the movie could be, then what it is.  If someone had a bigger budget, better lighting, sets, etc, and a tweeked script, this could really be a great indie film.  The story revolves around sets of people, whose lives are full of violence.  There's a hetero couple, where the man is abusive, and bullying, yet it is obvious she stays because that's the kind of relationship she wants.  There's the two buddies, who are straight (or at least so they say), who enjoy going to gay bars, letting guys hit on them, then beating them up for sport.  Of course, when the friends get back to their apartment, they are strangely turned on by the violence they inflicted, and the two then fight each other in a strange homo-erotic, yet completely straight way.  There's the muscle building guy, who has a stalker.  Who in turns becomes the stalker, when the guy is scared off and stops following him.  (This was the most developed of the 3 stories and my favorite). There are a few surprises, which save the film when it starts to fade.  Like I said, very interesting premise, you can tell this movie was a labor of love to make, but the way it is done, ultimately hurt it .  I own this movie, I've watched it several times and it is a good one for a collector.  Definitely worth a peek for those who like small made films. 

Hilarious sports movie about a guy who loves playing soccer.  When he is "outed", he deals with getting kicked off the team, shunned by his town, ignored by his father, and being distanced from his friends.  So he decides to start his own team of gay players.  His search sends him to some unsuspecting places.  Of course, there is the big match up with the old team and the new one.  Some really cute scenes where they have open tryouts.  And a blossoming love between him and a team mate.  This was a really laugh out loud film.  I love good foreign films and this one is great.  You won't be disappointed.

This is one of those really cute gems that no one has ever heard of.  Ethan is a conceited, playboy, who claims he is looking for Mr. Right, but his actions say otherwise.  Way too picky, he always seems to find something wrong with every man he dates.   If you're looking for a gay themed film that will enlighten you, or share some social conciousness, this is not that movie.  But if you are looking for a cute film, with likeable characters, a funny script and some "awww" moments, then don't miss this. 

This movie is set in a time when people actually "were" their jobs.  Mr. Stevens has spent his entire life serving those who were above him in social stature.  He devoted every ounce of his being into his work, and until he meets new housekeeper miss Kenton, he is content with his life.  Raised to keep all of his emotions hidden, to see but not be seen, he has no way of ever letting his feelings be known to her.  Both are too proud, too scared to let the other in on the way they are feeling.  When Stevens looks back on his life many years later, the truth of what his life was, is and will be, is quite apparent to him.  The sets are gorgeous, the acting fabulous, and the script is a faithful adaption of a wonderful novel.  This is one to not be missed.  I own and have seen this movie at least 20 times, and still tear up at the exact same place. 

This is a really cute film.  Kind of dated, but funny nonetheless.  Jennifer Esposito is adorable and the ending makes everything worth while.  I especially loved the scenes where all the firefighter buddies are at the gay club, feeling really out of place one minute.  Then dancing up a storm the next and making plans to go back on "wig" night !!!  Cute, cute film.

This is a really good film.  Deals with the 4th son in a family of 5 boys.  Born on Christmas day with a strange birthmark (dark hair except for a patch in back that is blonde and stays that way).  He is considered special by his mom.  He is kind of a misfit, around his brothers who all have designated roles in life: the jock, the egghead, the cool one, the baby.  His mom is a devout catholic, who believes her son is a healer.  His dad just wants him to love music like he does.  (His dad is a HUGE Patsy Cline fan!!).  His older brothers torment him.  His baby brother adores him.  After all, he was his late birthday present one year.  Throw in the fact that he might be gay in a strict catholic household and you can see why his life is so troubled.  This is an extremely funny, very real film.  I really loved this movie.  This is not your typical coming out film, not at all.  It's a film about how real families are, and how we all interact with each other within the family dynamic.  The casting is dead on, the performances great. This movie will make you laugh out loud, tear up, and cheer for the underdog.  I especially loved the way the title is "explained" at the start of the credits. Don't know why I didn't see it sooner!!