Tuesday, March 13, 2012
ROCKY ROAD
Today's gay film was the Korean
Huhwihaji anha / No Regret (2006)
This is a great romantic story with all the stops pulled out. Rich guy, poor guy meet in a gay brothel. Yes. Did you ever see one? That is one of the treats of the film although not by any means sexy.
The rich one falls in love or at least like. It takes a while for things to click.
All of it is rough and tough. No one gives in easily. There are some great respites of romance always broken by worldly things.
This is made in the classic Korean romantic template. Love is won hard but for keeps.
Everything about the film is well done. The cinematography, city lights, yay. The acting great by all and sundry. Especially the hooker. Sweet and sour.
The ending is a tough one to watch. No more spoilers from me.
I liked it a lot and would be willing to watch it again. A 4 out of Netflix5.
There are subtitles in the film itself.
