The movie is set in 1962 and deals with how professor George Falconer deals with the loss of his partner Jim. They had been gay partners for around 16 yrs.
He has suicidal tendencies and is very frustrated with his students and the general American way of life. He is close to Charley, a woman who is in love with him since long.
George becomes particularly close to one of his students Kenny and they hang out together over drinks and even go for a swim in the beach.
Just when George is about to recover and lead his life happily, fate strikes cruelly.
Hits
- Colin Firth as the depressed professor turns in a splendid performance brimming with emotions.
- Julianne Moore as Charley dresses quite garishly and is heavily made-up. Nevertheless her acting caliber shines through all the layers of make-up.
- The movie also has some really good looking male actors just to substantiate the fact that George is gay. Be it Jim, Kenny or the Spanish guy that George meets in a pub.
- The BG score of this movie is reminiscent of Ilayaraja's style. Lots of pathos violins add to the gloomy mood.
VERDICT
Perfectly titled and brilliantly performed by Colin Firth. Could have ended positively.
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