American Director Ira Sachs has delivered several successful LGBT themed movies. From his debut feature ‘The Delta’ in 1997 to his 2012 film ‘Keep the Lights On’. His fifth feature film ‘Love is Strange’ is his most successful film to date.
The film opened at the Perth International Arts Festival this evening and is playing until February 22nd.
Film reviewer Lezly Herert provided this review of the film for our January 2015 edition.
Love is Strange (m)
Directed by Ira Sachs
Together for 39 years, Ben (John Lithgow) and George (Alfred Molina) decide to honour each other by getting married. Amidst the support of family and friends, it is a joyous occasion. Unfortunately, a consequence of them declaring their love is that George loses his teaching position at a Catholic school. With Ben already retired, they are forced to sell their New York apartment and find temporary accommodation. Ben finds himself sharing a bunk bed with his 16 year-old nephew Joey (Charlie Tahan) and George takes the couch at a neighbouring apartment. Director, openly gay Ira Sachs, tells a very personal story that is full of heart and brings up some interesting issues. Although Ben and George are loved and accepted by their family and friends, living in close proximity exposes the limitations to this acceptance.
Love is Strange screens at Somerville 9-15 February and Joondalup 17-22 February.
