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What M/M movie have you watched more times than any other?
Hi, all. I loved "Beautiful Thing as Well." I've probably watched "Priscilla" more than any other m/m movie. Loved the French "La Cage Aux Folles" which beats the other versions. I loved "Simon" and have seen that three times already!
Love, Simon is definitely going to get re-watched a lot for me as it's such a light, easy and fun rom-com. I've to add Call Me By Your Name now as well. This one is going to be something I come back to again and again.
Aussie54 wrote: "We should start a Ben Whishaw appreciation thread. ... "I'd be up for that. Argh! I could watch him doing the dishes and be helplessly mesmerized. For me he's totally spellbinding and completely enchanting.
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Bill wrote: "Another I really like is "The Line of Beauty". It's not as good as the novel, but still a lot better than your average Gay movie."I've not seen it. I'll add it too my list.
Bill wrote: "Another I really like is "The Line of Beauty". It's not as good as the novel, but still a lot better than your average Gay movie."Just checked, it's not available from the library. :(
Aussie54 wrote: "Rick wrote: "It certainly doesn't hurt that Ben Whishaw is in it. :) Have you seen the mini-series he did: London Spy (2015)?..."Yes, I have seen that. I've seen most of the things he's been in. ..."
Loved this series (heart)
Kari wrote: "Loved this series (heart) "Yeah, it's a favorite of mine. ;)
Kari wrote: "Death in Venice."Yep, another good one.
And I have to say that I love those cats in your picture. Gorgeous. ;)
Rick wrote: "Kari wrote: "Death in Venice."Yep, another good one.
And I have to say that I love those cats in your picture. Gorgeous. ;)"
Aww, thank you! Sage is the one in the cat carrier, pretending it's a TARDIS (he later got a chance to steal one when his dad built a cat TARDIS for him). Cinnamon is the one on my foot, attempting to mind control me into feeding her. :)
(If you have no idea what I mean by TARDIS, ignore me. :))
Kari wrote: "... (If you have no idea what I mean by TARDIS, ignore me. :)) "Time and Relative Dimension in Space.
I know exactly what you mean.
You mean it's bigger on the inside. Or as Clara once but it - "It's smaller on the outside."
My prediction is that Jodie Whittaker is going to be an AWESOME Doctor. :D
I dying while having to wait. And it's likely that I'll have to wait until after it's out on disc as I have to work at the Public Library on Sunday when it's going to be broadcast on BBC America. :(
I started re-watching all the surviving episodes of the classic series earlier this year. I've gotten up to The Five Doctors (1983). I'm currently taking a break, but I'll probably start up again soon if I don't get to see the new episodes this fall.
Yes, I am a Whovian. ;D
Rick wrote: "Kari wrote: "... (If you have no idea what I mean by TARDIS, ignore me. :)) "Time and Relative Dimension in Space.
I know exactly what you mean.
You mean it's bigger on the inside. Or as Clar..."
Right there with you...I, too, am a Whovian. :) I got hooked after seeing 'Rose'...and Captain Jack Harkness's appearance fulfilled a long held cherished wish regarding science fiction TV shows. :) I'm now watching and collecting some of the classics. :)
Rick wrote: "Kari wrote: "... (If you have no idea what I mean by TARDIS, ignore me. :)) "Time and Relative Dimension in Space.
I know exactly what you mean.
You mean it's bigger on the inside. Or as Clar..."
I'm also *really* looking forward to Jodie Whittaker's appearance as the Doctor. (heart)
Kari wrote: "I'm also *really* looking forward to Jodie Whittaker's appearance as the Doctor. (heart) "She was breathtaking in Broadchurch. So, unless the writing sucks, she'll likely be ... brilliant.
(pun intended) ;D
Kari wrote: "I'm also *really* looking forward to Jodie Whittaker's appearance as the Doctor. (heart)"IT LOOKS LIKE I'M GOING TO SEE THE NEW SERIES AFTER ALL! :D
BBC America is re-broadcasting the first episode at 6PM, 8PM & 10PM! :D
I'm soooo excited I'm just peed my pants. ;)
*waves to fellow Doctor Who fans*I just saw the teaser and am so excited!
(waves back at Alex) Maybe I should post that picture of Sage stealing a TARDIS here...although I’ve never posted a picture in a Goodreads group before. 😊 Kaje, is it difficult?
Hmmm, so now that the Doctor's a woman, does that make Doctor Who an LGBTQ show?
Rick wrote: "Hmmm, so now that the Doctor's a woman, does that make Doctor Who an LGBTQ show?"Not to mention we've already had Captain Jack and Bill in the TARDIS and they're just the most open. I got the impression Clara might have had something going on with Jane Austen. Plus, there was Nina. :)
"Well, hello there." "What? I just said hello."
"For you, that's flirting."
Captain Jack is a thing all his own. LOVE Captain Jack! :D
Bill was great too. But I never really liked Clara. Could never quite warm up to her. And I'd completely forgotten about "Nina" - yeah that was funny.
Man, I miss Torchwood. I do hope Captain Jack shows up with the new Doctor. I can hear him now.
"Well, hello there."
"It's me Jack."
"Doctor?" Pause as he looks her up and down. "I like the new look. Very fetching."
Lark wrote: "Does Lawrence of Arabia count?"I think it does, but it might be stretching it a bit since a lot of that might be considered subtext. When I saw the movie in the theater in a re-release as a kid I missed that stuff entirely. Or at least it didn't register consciously with me at the time.
well yes, it's subtext, but I love any subtext when it's between Peter O'Toole and Omar Sharif.this scene for instance--
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EZCG...
It would be interesting to see that remade these days with say, I'm terrible at casting, but Ben Whishaw and Rami Malek. I'm really looking forward to seeing what Malek did with this role in the new Papillon. I didn't get to see it in the theater so I'm eagerly awaiting the disc release.
Rick wrote: "It would be interesting to see that remade these days with say, I'm terrible at casting, but Ben Whishaw and Rami Malek. I'm really looking forward to seeing what Malek did with this role in the ne..."A remake of Lawrence of Arabia would be really something since the story as told in the David Lean version is basically the same story as Avatar--white person comes to save the natives. I'm a little ashamed of my avid love for it when I was young. T.E. Lawrence may or may not have been gay so it would also be interesting to see how a director chose to portray him in the 21st century.
freier fall..(free fall)and center of my world..
Rick wrote: "Torsten wrote: "I think I've watched these three most often (and I've also read the books multiple times):Latter Days
Mysterious Skin
[book:Sommersturm. Das Buch zum Fi..."
loved sommersturm..
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I doubt they could improve upon the Steve McQueen / Dustin Hoffman effort.
Bill wrote: "I doubt they could improve upon the Steve McQueen / Dustin Hoffman effort."The new one has Charlie Hunnam (the original Queer as Folk & Sons of Anarchy) / Rami Malek (Mr. Robot & Bohemian Rhapsody) in the respective roles. Both of whom I like much more than McQueen & Hoffman. So I do have hopes.
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The new one has Charlie Hunnam (the original Queer as Folk & Sons of Anarchy) / Rami Malek (Mr. Robot & Boh..."
I like Hunnam a lot. I've only seen Malek in Mr Robot and in that he does not appeal. Too dry. Was this based on a novel?
probably center of my world with subs...gorgeously shot and soundtrack...wowser..it's an upgraded simon..i didn't love simon tbh..they missed out a third of the book to be pc. And that kiss was not exactly passionate-lolalex strangelove-cringey but cute with decent chemistry.
freier fall (free fall) is getting a sequel-proper realistic adult drama with 2 incredible performances. german cinema pulls it out of the bag ..
recently loved closet monster..great soundtrack and crumbs that poor boy...and handsome devil (english schoolboys)
EYES WIDE OPEN (2009) - Most interesting because its in-depth peak into Jewish culture and customs...and led me to read into Jewish attitudes towards LGBT people in their community. Though, I still have many lingering questions. Like, what is a "modesty police"? DIE KONSEQUENZ (1977) - Oh I wish I could find a copy of the autobiography this was based on. I was moved by both young and older actors. And I really want to know what actually happened to Thomas. It surprised me how badly the picture aged. The story is good, but the picture is quite faded. I've seen older films but this looks ancient. However, this is a good movie, so I would still recommend it to anyone.
Man, I wish I looked into the thread regularly, I see a lot of great recommendations here!
Simon May overtake it, but for me The Broken Heart’s Club is probably my most watched...
Chris wrote: "Simon May overtake it, but for me The Broken Heart’s Club is probably my most watched..."Both of those you mentioned are such sweet and enjoyable movies! A more recent one I'm looking forward to watching is The Thing About Harry. Hopefully that one will rank right up there with Love, Simon and TBHC :)
For all the great M/M films I’ve seen and own, the one that still rules for most watch is Trick.
Rick wrote: "For all the great M/M films I’ve seen and own, the one that still rules for most watch is Trick."I've always wanted to see that. Such great reviews.
Robert wrote: "Rick wrote: "For all the great M/M films I’ve seen and own, the one that still rules for most watch is Trick."I've always wanted to see that. Such great reviews."
It is such a fun movie. Trick is one of those films that just lifts my spirits. Sure movies like Maurice, Brokeback Mountain, Call Me By Your Name, My Own Private Idaho, Mysterious Skin & My Beautiful Laundrette (To name just a half dozen favorites) are probably “better” films, but Trick is just silly romcom fun and sometimes you just want to laugh at how silly the process of dating actually is.
Death in Venice if that counts as m/m. It's one of the most beautiful movies I've seen in my life even if it's too slow for a lot of people.
"Death in Venice" is just awesomely beautiful.I just found "Trick" on Netflix. I'll let you know what we thought of it in a few days, Rick.
Kari wrote: "Death in Venice if that counts as m/m. It's one of the most beautiful movies I've seen in my life even if it's too slow for a lot of people."It is a gorgeous film. Some of the best cinematography imaginable.
Robert wrote: "... I just found "Trick" on Netflix. I'll let you know what we thought of it in a few days, Rick."Just make sure it’s the one from 1999 and not the horror film made in 2019. Or you’ll be in for quite a shock. 😼
The Thing About Harry was much better than I was expecting... I saw Trick years ago but it didn’t stick with me... basically I only remember one or two things about the movie... I would like to see it again sometime though...
Chris wrote: "The Thing About Harry was much better than I was expecting...."Don’t think I’ve seen that one. Looks like it’s cute though.
Rick wrote: "Just make sure it’s the one from 1999 and not the horror film made in 2019..."I've ordered the right one!
Robert wrote: "Rick wrote: "Just make sure it’s the one from 1999 and not the horror film made in 2019..."I've ordered the right one!"
Good. 😼
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Maurice is definitely up there for me. I'd also include Boys in the Band, The Ritz and Torch Song Trilogy on my most watched list.