A young man (Ewan McGregor) is rocked by two announcements from his elderly father (Christopher Plummer): that he has terminal cancer, and that he has a young male lover.
What makes this film fun is how light it takes its subject matter. It does not make a joke of gayness, but does not make it the huge subject it could be. Instead, it just presents it as natural and a natural part of this man's life. As it should be.
And interspersed throughout are some facts about the history of homosexuality in the 20th century: Harvey Milk, the creation of gay pride flag, and other cultural moments. It makes the movie educational as well as a joy to watch.
What makes this film fun is how light it takes its subject matter. It does not make a joke of gayness, but does not make it the huge subject it could be. Instead, it just presents it as natural and a natural part of this man's life. As it should be.
And interspersed throughout are some facts about the history of homosexuality in the 20th century: Harvey Milk, the creation of gay pride flag, and other cultural moments. It makes the movie educational as well as a joy to watch.