I was fortunate to see this movie in Sydney, AU during Queer Screen. It was a treat. I have never seen an LGBT film where two Asian men fall in love. Usually it is an Asian man falling in love with a white man.
I was concerned at the beginning because the cuts and the acting seemed disjointed, but about 10 minutes into the film, the tone changed and was pleasantly surprised. Jake Choi was great as the fashion stylist. He could have played this stereotypical gay with the limp wrist and a lisp. That Was not the case. He played him strong, confident, and "real". There were layers with his character. He was not the party-boy druggy. But the career-driven successful man.
James Chen was a standout as well. I totally believed he was a famous actor that struggles with his sexuality. I am from NYC, and I live in this bubble of the "Gay Mecca" and forget that there are people in different cultures that struggle with their sexuality and acceptance.
The ending is so bittersweet and honest. I really loved it.
Make sure to check this out during the LGBT festival circuits. You will not be disappointed.
I was concerned at the beginning because the cuts and the acting seemed disjointed, but about 10 minutes into the film, the tone changed and was pleasantly surprised. Jake Choi was great as the fashion stylist. He could have played this stereotypical gay with the limp wrist and a lisp. That Was not the case. He played him strong, confident, and "real". There were layers with his character. He was not the party-boy druggy. But the career-driven successful man.
James Chen was a standout as well. I totally believed he was a famous actor that struggles with his sexuality. I am from NYC, and I live in this bubble of the "Gay Mecca" and forget that there are people in different cultures that struggle with their sexuality and acceptance.
The ending is so bittersweet and honest. I really loved it.
Make sure to check this out during the LGBT festival circuits. You will not be disappointed.