Love Is Strange

THE GIST: Ben and George have been a couple for decades and finally tie the knot. Right after, George is fired from his job in retaliation, which forces them to sell their Manhattan apartment. Now homeless, they have to temporarily separate and move in with friends and relatives, while they look for more affordable housing. The struggle of being apart is only compounded by the cramped living arrangements.

Love Is Strange is a touching love story that tackles the unfortunate reality many gay and lesbian couples still have to deal with when they decide to marry, a right we now have obtained but that is still fought mightily by many organizations on religious grounds. Shameful, really.

Alfred Molina and John Lithgow are simply perfect in their roles, surrounded by Marisa Tomei, Darren E. Burrows, Charlie Tahan, Cheyenne Jackson, and Manny Perez.

THE BOTTOM LINE: A touching dramedy/romance with a very important message. Definitely recommended.

Grade: 8