This is marketed as a gay film, but that is just one of many issues the main character is dealing with as he transitions into adulthood. He has bigger problems, but does not seem to attempt to resolve any of them.
The actors in this film are uniformly excellent, which only made it that much more frustrating that the script did not give them a chance to grow and adapt to their circumstances. The plot advances only in inches - the film is half over before the main character gets the spa job.
Many conflicts are raised, some unique to an immigrant family, some unique to coming out as gay, but many universal. None of them are resolved - the film just ends. It's as if the main character is just letting life happen and not making any effort to direct it.
This made for an unsatisfying viewing experience, in spite of the outstanding performances. All of the actors, even those in small roles, made the story believable. I just wish there had been more of a story.
The actors in this film are uniformly excellent, which only made it that much more frustrating that the script did not give them a chance to grow and adapt to their circumstances. The plot advances only in inches - the film is half over before the main character gets the spa job.
Many conflicts are raised, some unique to an immigrant family, some unique to coming out as gay, but many universal. None of them are resolved - the film just ends. It's as if the main character is just letting life happen and not making any effort to direct it.
This made for an unsatisfying viewing experience, in spite of the outstanding performances. All of the actors, even those in small roles, made the story believable. I just wish there had been more of a story.