Saturday, August 21, 2010

Yossi and Jagger

Yossi & Jagger This very short gay film is definitely better than most in terms of both script and acting.

The quite unconventional story follows two young men in love with each other who are soldiers in a small Israeli unit that is always ready for combat.

Given the very short length, I don’t want to give away anything, but Yossi and Jagger is ultimately a very serious and sweet portrayal of the potential dangers that gay men who opt to join the military face daily.  Their struggles also largely reflect those of gays in general in a society that is still mostly opposed to romantic love between men.

I would recommend the vision to every gay cinephile.

Grade: 7

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