Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesFrom Finland comes this rather absurdist drama centered around a lesbian couple’s attempt to ‘come out’ to their respective parents . What was a seemingly straightforward trip home to a remote town for Melvi (Susanna Pukkila) to introduce her German girlfriend Kata (Almila Bagriacik). turns into total chaos. The moment the pair step off … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesProbably the one thing that most irked all the local Mexican authorities who schemed to deny Victor and Fernando the right to marry, was not just because they were gay but that this totally adorable and resilient couple were so obviously two best friends who were madly in love with each other. They evidently believed that … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesWhen Iranian/German filmmaker Faraz Shariat was 19 years old he imported a security detacher from China and used it to take off the security tags from clothes in department stores. In time he got caught shoplifting and was sentenced to community service which he did by becoming a translator in a refugee shelter. That was … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesNico (Guillermo Pfening) an out-of-work actor has these wonderfully large soulful eyes that whilst they may not land him the movie role he has set his heart on, they do help him get by in N.Y. even though he is both homeless and broke. Back home in Argentina he was a very successful TV … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesThe wonderful opening sequence of 6 year old Pim dressing up in his mother’s old beauty pageant sash and tiara and posing in front of the mirror sets the scene for a delightful coming-of-age story that combines all the angst with a great deal of humor and charm. Set in a tiny Belgium coastal … Continue reading
