This film pleasantly surprised me. Fortunately, I didn't read these other reviews, prior to watching.
The performances are honest, and much better than the usual graduate thesis film (UCLA, in this case).
Paul Marius as "Ethan" is a truly effective lead. In many ways, beyond the plot revolving around him, he is also standing in for the film audience, closely observing what is going on with a group of gay men around him. He is also coming to terms with his past.
Victims of child abuse can often suffer an inability to become emotionally involved in relationships as an adult. I do not believe that this film is implying that the sexual molestation by his father, when he was quite young, is the "cause" of him being gay.
The other performers feel quite natural. As a former film school student myself, I can definitely say that director Bravo crafted a professional independent feature.
I love the black and white photography, and the often Brian Eno-esque score.
I am surprised that Marius does not have many acting credits. I really love his performance here.
I recommend this film.
The performances are honest, and much better than the usual graduate thesis film (UCLA, in this case).
Paul Marius as "Ethan" is a truly effective lead. In many ways, beyond the plot revolving around him, he is also standing in for the film audience, closely observing what is going on with a group of gay men around him. He is also coming to terms with his past.
Victims of child abuse can often suffer an inability to become emotionally involved in relationships as an adult. I do not believe that this film is implying that the sexual molestation by his father, when he was quite young, is the "cause" of him being gay.
The other performers feel quite natural. As a former film school student myself, I can definitely say that director Bravo crafted a professional independent feature.
I love the black and white photography, and the often Brian Eno-esque score.
I am surprised that Marius does not have many acting credits. I really love his performance here.
I recommend this film.