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Acts Of Love (Documentary)

Acts Of Love (Documentary)

I am somewhat unsure if this should be classified as a film or a documentary, but because it has appeared at several doc festivals, I will label it a documentary for the time being. The premise follows a filmmaker who moves to Chicago after his older boyfriend loses interest in him; once there, he uses...
Yesterday (Thai Series)

Yesterday (Thai Series)

My feelings on this one are quite conflicted. While the initial mind games and manipulation provide a strong start, the series eventually devolves into a repetitive, confusing slog that caused me to mentally check out. Furthermore, the BL angle feels like an afterthought when measured against the larger story the show is pursuing. Rather than...
Seguindo Todos Os Protocolos (Portuguese) [Follow The Protocol]

Seguindo Todos Os Protocolos (Portuguese) [Follow The Protocol]

It has been some time since I watched a movie set during the Pandemic, but this production immediately transported me back to that bizarre era that feels like a lifetime ago. By writing the script and starring as the lead character Chico, the Brazilian filmmaker successfully recreates that specific headspace of isolation, Zoom calls, and...
Lijepa vecer, lijep dan (Croatian) [Beautiful Evening, Beautiful Day]

Lijepa vecer, lijep dan (Croatian) [Beautiful Evening, Beautiful Day]

Set in communist Yugoslavia during the late 1950s, this film presents a jarring blend of beauty and devastation. We follow a group of friends working in film who find themselves hunted, humiliated, and punished solely because of their homosexuality. It is a devastating cinematic experience that explores the heavy price of bravery, loyalty, and standing...
Finlandia (Spanish)

Finlandia (Spanish)

In Oaxaca, southern Mexico, the Zapotec people recognize muxes as a third gender, living out their identities in a non-binary way. Because Mexican culture is largely machista, muxes frequently take on caregiver roles, earning significant respect for both their contributions and their very existence. Rather than a standard movie, this film acts as a piece...