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Weekend (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
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Genre | Gay & Lesbian, Drama |
Format | NTSC, Widescreen, Surround Sound, Subtitled |
Contributor | Andrew Haigh, Tom Cullen, Chris New |
Language | English |
Runtime | 1 hour and 37 minutes |
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Product Description
This sensual, remarkably observed, beautifully acted wonder is the breakout feature from British writer-director-editor Andrew Haigh (Greek Pete). Rarely has a film been as honest about sexuality—in both depiction and discussion—as this tale of a one-night-stand that develops into a weekend-long idyll for two very different young men (exciting newcomers Tom Cullen and Chris New) in Midlands England. It’s an emotionally naked film that’s both an invaluable snapshot of the complexities of contemporary gay living and a universally identifiable portrait of a love affair.
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- MPAA rating : Unrated (Not Rated)
- Product Dimensions : 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.88 ounces
- Item model number : CRRN2172BR
- Director : Andrew Haigh
- Media Format : NTSC, Widescreen, Surround Sound, Subtitled
- Run time : 1 hour and 37 minutes
- Release date : August 21, 2012
- Actors : Tom Cullen, Chris New
- Subtitles: : English
- Studio : Criterion Collection
- ASIN : B0083V2W3G
- Country of Origin : USA
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: #24,725 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
- #2,339 in Drama Blu-ray Discs
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An introvert and extreme extrovert connect in a bar and start a slow-burn relationship in fast mode (yeah, I know). This launches a weekend of self-discovery/disclosure and much challenging of each other's outlooks, overlaid with partying.
Who "launches" and which one "holds" depends on how we view it, but the feels are very real and profound. The acting is incredible throughout.
At the end, we're treated to the theme song "Mars", by John Grant, at which I totally lose it, every one of the many times I've watched this movie.
Highly recommended.
First, this movie is a masterpiece of filmmaking - absolute perfection - the writing, directing, acting and cinematography. But it is 2018 and most people already know this. (Seven years have passed and I think we finally have another gay masterpiece in "God's Own Country")
For me, what makes the movie "Weekend" so special is that I never got a sense that the two leads were acting. For all purposes, Tom Cullen is Russell and Chris New is Glen. Both are completely in character throughout the film. A remarkable feat since the camera never seems to leave them. Tom Cullen is especially brilliant in his sensitive portrayal of Russell. He even looks the part perfectly - a face that still shows vestiges of youth (adorable/cute) but clearly now in adulthood (masculine/handsome) - definitely not out of anyone's league. It took me a long time to realize that this is the same person who played Lord Gillingham on Downton Abbey. In hindsight, it is easy to see why his career took off after "Weekend".
"Weekend" is not quite a "love story". It is an engrossing emotional prelude to what might end up as a love story or what might just be an ode to a beautiful weekend encounter and a final, forever good-bye. But we will never know. (God, I hate this kind of ending.)
At the end of the movie, it is not evident what the nature of the relationship between Russell and Glen is or will be. This is most clearly illustrated when near the end, Russell tries to explain "Glen" to his foster brother/best mate Jamie, but can't. Even though we are left with the feeling that both Russell and Glen are incredibly sad that they don't have more time together. And even though we get the feeling that if they had more time, they might very well become a couple. For unknown reasons, neither decides to change their plans to make for more time. In the final scene, Russell even tells Glen that he has not come to stop him.
Initially, Russell and Glen meet at a bar to hook up for sex. However, both men are really seeking something more. They both come across as lost souls. Through dialogue, sex, and drugs, they begin to make a deeper connection. Both sense or see something in the other that they like and want to pursue.
Russell is by far the more open and honest and hence the most vulnerable and lovable. As Glen tells Russell "he would make an incredible boyfriend." Russell tells Glen directly that he wants to be in a relationship, strongly implying that he would like to be in a relationship with Glen. Russell is hurt when Glen rebuffs this suggestion. However, Russell believes that deep down, Glen does want to be in a relationship. (In fact, throughout the movie, Glen seems to be pursuing Russell as much or more than the other way around.)
Glen is much more closed. In their conversations over the weekend, Glen does not really reveal that much about himself that is deeply personal. He hides behind an almost lame cover story of conducting interviews as part of an art project. Through Glen's roommate Jill, we learn that Glen was hurt in a prior relationship. It seems that Glen has developed a protective facade that is not penetrated until the end of the movie. Hence, Glen comes off as somewhat superficial and less likeable.
While Russell appears to be the more emotional of the two, it's is Glen who breaks down at the end, sobbing in Russell's arms at having to leave. It is also important to note that in this same scene, Russell overcomes his aversion to kissing in public as the two embrace and kiss each other in the middle of the train station. Russell holds himself together a bit longer - at least until Glen boards the train and leaves. But Russell also ends up having a hard time holding back the tears.
The joy of this movie is in intimately sharing Russell's and Glen's weekend experience and getting to know and care for them at a deep personal level.
The frustration (which the movie is under no obligation to address) is in not knowing what becomes of Glen and Russell. Will they keep in touch (through texting and phone calls) and remain friends or maybe become lovers? Or was this a final good-bye? Will Glen remain in his protective shell and will Russell remain alone?
Dear Mr. Haigh, what has happened to Russell and Glen?
The 2 main characters are very much average, every day, young gay British men. They live in typical middle class, just out of college type areas/homes; they have typical jobs that 25 year olds would have; and the do many typical things that 25 year old gay men would be doing including going to parties at friends house, hitting the bar on the way home, and searching for someone to have a relationship or one night stand with. It all feels very commonplace which makes the story one that you can picture happening to yourself at that age.
What makes this story different and, in my opinion better than most, is the real connection that these guys have with one another. The animal attraction they have to one another one minute and the honest, sweet conversations they hold with one another the next. Some discussions are more dramatic and on the deep side which allows the viewer to see their true connection with one another, however, not at all campy or over-acted.
The ending is not a happy storybook ending. You really feel their pain and sadness that adds to the reality of the story. Many of us have been in similar situations in our lifetime. It's a well-acted, well-directed, gay story that's definitely worth the watch!
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Returned item for replacement arrived and same results.
Previous DVDs bought from Amazon work well.
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