A young man, keeping his true self hidden, returns home for the holidays, grappling with how to share his challenging reality with his conservative family.
1985 is a beautifully restrained family drama about a young gay man returning home during the AIDS crisis while keeping much of his life hidden from his conservative parents. Cory Michael Smith is excellent, and Yen Tan’s black-and-white photography and quiet direction give the film heartbreaking intimacy.
A close friendship between crew teammates is challenged when one discovers he's gay and attracted to the other.
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A Roman guard's Christian beliefs clash with his gay commander's desire for intimacy, leading to unexpected revelations.
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A successful night worker recounts his complex romantic entanglements with two roommates and an older, mysterious client, revealing the intricacies of desire and connection.
A young man, keeping his true self hidden, returns home for the holidays, grappling with how to share his challenging reality with his conservative family.
1985 is a beautifully restrained family drama about a young gay man returning home during the AIDS crisis while keeping much of his life hidden from his conservative parents. Cory Michael Smith is excellent, and Yen Tan’s black-and-white photography and quiet direction give the film heartbreaking intimacy.
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