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Zecji Nasip (Croatian) Sandbag Dam

By Golu
This indie film is a really powerful look at how a community can suffocate you and the hidden corners young people have to find just to be themselves in so many European towns, even with all the progress we've seen lately. The whole story plays out while the town is bracing for a massive, raging flood, and you just can't shake the feeling that some kind of intense reckoning or unavoidable doom is headed their way. To be honest, I didn't go in with super high expectations, but the way it’s put together makes it a seriously compelling watch. Plus, it’s not every day you get to see an LGBT-themed movie coming out of Croatia! The story follows Marko, a popular 18-year-old kid who seems to have it all—he’s got a girlfriend, he’s a competitive arm wrestler, and he’s well-liked at school. When he isn't in class, he’s usually hanging out with his brother, who has a disability, or helping his mom out in her greenhouse. Everything gets flipped upside down when a guy named Slaven ...
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Männer zum Knutschen (German) [Men To Kiss]

By Golu
Wow!! I haven't seen a really heart touching funny gay film in a while and this one was thoroughly entertaining.A film about trials and tribulations of a gay couple is done with such fines and professionalism that you are bound to like the film. The film is very light hearted too.

Ernst is your typical macho guy who works in a bank. His boyfriend is Tobias, which is your another stereotypical party guy, full of drama and just about happy with everything in life and does nothing for work. They are in a very happy space with each other for past 6 months. They hang out together and with Tobias's friends. Enter Uta, Ernst's friend from childhood who has come back from US. We later find out that she was Israeli spy agent. He always had hots for Ernst and start playing mind games with Ernst so that he can breakup with Tobias. Realising very quick what she is after, Tobias gets together with his friends to do anything to save their relationship but ultimately Uta wins and the couple breaks up. Ernst finally realizes his mistake and in a very hilarious and heart-warming climax, wins Tobias back.

The story of the film is very simple but like I have said many times before, its the execution that makes the difference and in this case, what a difference it made!! The chemistry between the lead pair is amazing. It is one of the best I have seen recently in a gay film. Business like Ernst and flamboyantly histrionic Tobias compliment each other well playing off of one another as the serious straight fall guy and the comic who never seems to take things seriously. The opening scene when Tobias visits Ernst in the back is too funny. In fact, their chemistry with the supporting cast was also very very well acted and directed. Some of the dialogues are hilarious and you, as a viewer, always have a smile on your face. All the cat-mouse games of Tobias and Uta are very funny but very practical and realistic. A film where you can actually connect with the characters, has done their job very well. After a long time, this is a gay film that does not enter into the realm of gay politics and rights. It is strictly a comedy about two lovers that just happen to be gay and thats what makes it very beautiful.

A very very enjoyable and wonderful charming romcom. (7.5/10)
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ILHiker said…
I just rewatched this one. This time through I liked it more than the first time. The characters grew on me and I enjoyed the dramatic moments as well as the comedy. A step up from Alex and Leo. I think better without as much Alex in the movie. I would have left out a few minutes here and there of sheer silliness and quick cuts I think, but I liked it a lot. Marcel Schlutt was sweet and puts me in the mood to rewatch Otto: or Up with Dead People. It put me off at the start so much I almost stopped, but when I got to the moments in the park and in front of the butcher shop it was absolutely heartbreaking. I'm a sucker for films featuring characters with mental illness. Your review is probably what I would have written if I had stopped like I almost did at the first icky zombie sex scene.
November 10, 2022 at 8:09 AM
Golu said…
U r on a roll. I know I have said it before, but its amazing, how you are rewatching all these films. I wish I cud do that :)
November 10, 2022 at 8:59 AM
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