⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Summer with Carmen, directed by Zacharias Mavroeidis, is a quiet and poetic exploration of life, creativity, and human connection. At its heart are two men, Demos and Nikitas, who spend a summer navigating their personal challenges while dreaming up a screenplay together. Demos, played by Yorgos Tsiantoulas, is a former actor reeling from the emotional aftermath of a breakup. His days are filled … Continue reading The Summer with Carmen
⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you’re in the mood for a gay rom-com, A Nice Indian Boy, directed by Roshan Sethi, is an excellent choice. The film revolves around Naveen, a reserved Indian man, who unexpectedly finds himself falling for Jay, a white man raised in an Indian household. Their shared appreciation for each other and their Indian culture draws them together, transforming what begins as a casual … Continue reading A Nice Indian Boy
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rewatching Todd Stephens’ Swan Song gave me a deep sense of compassion. It’s a movie about an aging queer man named Pat Pitsenbarger, who now lives in a small assisted living apartment. Once a celebrated hairdresser, Pat leads a quiet and uneventful life, his glory days long behind him. However, his story takes a decisive turn when his past suddenly comes knocking. A former … Continue reading Swan Song
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Charlotte Wells’ debut feature, Aftersun, is a touching exploration of memory, identity, and the complexities of human connection. With remarkable performances by Paul Mescal and Frankie Corio, the film beautifully depicts the bond between a father and daughter during a holiday vacation. Paul Mescal shines as Calum, a father who is both present and distant—loving yet weighed down by an inescapable sadness. His impressive … Continue reading Aftersun
⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you’re searching for a movie that delivers nonstop laughs while cleverly subverting teen movie tropes through a queer lens, look no further than Another Gay Movie. Directed by Todd Stephens, this bold and unapologetic comedy is a wild ride from start to finish. Overflowing with outrageous humor, heartfelt moments, and vibrant nods to LGBTQ+ culture, it’s both a celebration of camp and a … Continue reading Another Gay Movie
⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Cakemaker is not merely a film about desserts. It’s an emotional exploration steeped in the art of baking. Thomas (Tim Kalkhof), the protagonist and talented German baker, creates exquisite pastries that are as visually stunning. Each creation captures the essence of love, breath, and the very heart of culinary craftsmanship. From the beginning, it becomes apparent that this story transcends the kitchen. It … Continue reading The Cakemaker (2017)
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Some films entertain, and then some tap into something deeper—an emotional truth, a lived experience, a slice of life that feels tender and raw. Edge of Seventeen does that, standing out as a heartfelt and powerful look at the messiness of growing up, figuring out who you are, and daring to be yourself. Directed by David Moreton and written by Todd Stephens, this coming-of-age … Continue reading Edge of Seventeen (1998)
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Two of Us is a compelling and heartfelt story about love, loss, and the struggle to stay connected when everything conspires against you. This beautifully filmed story follows two women who share a deep love but are compelled to keep their relationship a secret. To maintain appearances, they live in separate apartments across from each other. However, their delicate arrangement is disrupted when one … Continue reading Two of Us (2019)
⭐⭐⭐ Throuple, directed by Greyson Horst, is an ambitious indie comedy-drama that boldly explores the complexities of modern relationships. The story follows Michael (Michael Doshier), a lonely gay New Yorker who unexpectedly finds himself in a romantic relationship with a married couple, Connor (Tommy Heleringer) and Georgie (Stanton Plummer-Cambridge). At the same time, Michael struggles with the fear of losing his best friend to her … Continue reading Throuple (2024)
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Watching The Prince, directed by Sebastián Muñoz, is like stepping into a vivid and unrelenting world. It’s the story of Jaime (Juan Carlos Maldonado), a young man whose life takes a sharp turn when he commits a crime and finds himself in the harsh environment of a Chilean prison in the 1970s. As the story progresses, the layers slowly peel back to reveal the reasons … Continue reading The Prince (2019)
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