For some reason I've always wanted to see a gay-themed animated movie. My wish was fulfilled with 'Flee'.
Although the primary theme here is not homosexuality, our hero, Amin, is gay. Haunted by memories of his past, Amin tells his story to a psychiatrist and we follow his life through back flashes. His story starts in 1984 when he was "three or four years old". He realized he was gay at a very young age, and fantasized about Jean-Claude van Damme. However, he was a gay man in Afghanistan in a time when homosexuality "did not exist" in that country. (Amin is also easily one of the sexiest animated characters ever!).
'Flee' is a powerful and heart-breaking story about a family fleeing their country so their sons don't have to fight - and die - in war. Their journey takes them to Russia, where they have to overcome obstacle upon obstacle to survive. I was captivated - and moved - from beginning to end. The film reminded me so much of 'Waltz with Bashir' - one of my all-time favourite animated films.
They cleverly combine actual footage with animation. Note, although this is an animated film, it is aimed at a mature audience. A young demographic will not understand the events in the film. This is a very serious movie and might not appeal to children.
'Flee' was incredibly relevant now (in 2022) with the ongoing Ukranian/Russian war. Based on fact, the events depicted here are bound to pull at your heartstrings and even shock you to the core for the inhumane and selfish actions of various individuals, and ignorant bystanders.
I enjoyed the film's narration, presentation, and unique animation. I loved every moment of 'Flee' - in different stages of emotion. Wow, this was stunning! 'Flee' is an instant favourite!
Would I watch it again? Yes!! And again, and again, and again...
Although the primary theme here is not homosexuality, our hero, Amin, is gay. Haunted by memories of his past, Amin tells his story to a psychiatrist and we follow his life through back flashes. His story starts in 1984 when he was "three or four years old". He realized he was gay at a very young age, and fantasized about Jean-Claude van Damme. However, he was a gay man in Afghanistan in a time when homosexuality "did not exist" in that country. (Amin is also easily one of the sexiest animated characters ever!).
'Flee' is a powerful and heart-breaking story about a family fleeing their country so their sons don't have to fight - and die - in war. Their journey takes them to Russia, where they have to overcome obstacle upon obstacle to survive. I was captivated - and moved - from beginning to end. The film reminded me so much of 'Waltz with Bashir' - one of my all-time favourite animated films.
They cleverly combine actual footage with animation. Note, although this is an animated film, it is aimed at a mature audience. A young demographic will not understand the events in the film. This is a very serious movie and might not appeal to children.
'Flee' was incredibly relevant now (in 2022) with the ongoing Ukranian/Russian war. Based on fact, the events depicted here are bound to pull at your heartstrings and even shock you to the core for the inhumane and selfish actions of various individuals, and ignorant bystanders.
I enjoyed the film's narration, presentation, and unique animation. I loved every moment of 'Flee' - in different stages of emotion. Wow, this was stunning! 'Flee' is an instant favourite!
Would I watch it again? Yes!! And again, and again, and again...