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Get Real (1998)
Absolutely Timeless
Get Real is an excellent work and I highly recommend it! The content/subject matter is absolutely timeless. Main characters display an extremely realistic perspective of teen reactions to the situations that face them. Of course, the British "humour" only adds to the overall flavor of this particular flick. Linda and her comments and driving lessons give the work a uplifting life goes on kind of feel. All of the characters were very well developed and actors carefully selected. As far as the "coming of age" and "coming to terms with one's sexuality" films are concerned, this one really captures a realistic view. I would highly recommend it to any teen male who is questioning his identity, as well as to parents, teachers, and other adults who work with teens. It is not in any way pedantic nor does it preach to any topic. It is simply a very well developed and realistic film.
All Over the Guy (2001)
WoW! Funny and entertaining!
This film is really fun and entertaining. Two best roles are played by Richard Ruccolo as Tom and Doris Roberts as Esther. Tom struggles through every emotion he has to better understand himself. Esther is the receptionist at a local heath clinic. I was amazed at Doris Robets ability to be so faul mouthed. She was really hilarious. I like how this work shows a cross section of gay-straight life. We need more films like this to allow American society to better understand gay life. I also like the concept of a bride having a Man-of-Honor to stand up for here at a wedding. I hope you enjoy the film as much as I did. I highly recommend this film!
Beautiful Thing (1996)
Excellent Film
It is great to see a poignant film depicting a gay relationship in working class England. Life can be rough, but one can overcome it. I was fascinated by the mom. She is a survivor and while not the most educated person, has the ability to know what is important in life.
Indiscreet (1958)
Interesting....
Just a comment on an interesting statement made in the film. In an elevator scene with Grant and Bergman, when discussing the muggy weather in Paris, he mentions that he recently read and article about how the world's weather is changing ...... and this was filmed in 1958. I love current event/historical knowledge in films like this one!