I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this movie. It doesn't strike me as the sort of film I'd be into. It's VERY country, and very UK/Irish. It's a little more realistic and serious than I'd usually care for. I guess, that's why it's so surprising. The fact that it's so specific, yet so relatable.
Whoever would think that a movie about a gay country boy working on a sheep farm for a season would be so compelling? Especially, considering I'm personally entirely opposed to animal exploitation, I couldn't believe how much sympathy I felt for the protagonist. It doesn't pull many punches, and shows some pretty disgusting elements of animal husbandry most of us would prefer not to witness. Somehow, it only adds to the emotional element of the struggle as it unfolds.
I like how it could appeal to a more conservative and very country audience. It's rare that they could find a fresh gay romance they could relate to. It's a bit like Brokeback Mountain, in that regard.
I'd recommend it. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Whoever would think that a movie about a gay country boy working on a sheep farm for a season would be so compelling? Especially, considering I'm personally entirely opposed to animal exploitation, I couldn't believe how much sympathy I felt for the protagonist. It doesn't pull many punches, and shows some pretty disgusting elements of animal husbandry most of us would prefer not to witness. Somehow, it only adds to the emotional element of the struggle as it unfolds.
I like how it could appeal to a more conservative and very country audience. It's rare that they could find a fresh gay romance they could relate to. It's a bit like Brokeback Mountain, in that regard.
I'd recommend it. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.