Big Eden
Big Eden

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Big Eden

2000
Movie
119 min
English

Henry Hart is a young gay artist living in New York City. When his grandfather has a stroke, Henry puts his career on hold and returns home to the small town of Big Eden, Montana, to care for him. While there, Henry hopes to strike up a romance with Dean Stewart, his high-school best friend for whom he still has feelings. But he's surprised when he finds that Pike, a quiet Native American who owns the local general store, may have a crush on him.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users78%
Director: Thomas BezuchaGenres: Romance, Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

In the remote Alaskan town of Big Eden, a lonely and introverted artist named Henry finds himself drawn to the new, charming science teacher, Dean. As their friendship blossoms, Henry grapples with his hidden desires and the town's conservative atmosphere. With the support of the quirky townsfolk, Henry must find the courage to express his true feelings and pursue a love that challenges the conventional.

Critical Reception

Big Eden was warmly received by critics and audiences alike for its heartfelt storytelling, charming characters, and positive portrayal of a same-sex relationship in a small-town setting. It was praised for its gentle humor and optimistic outlook.

What Reviewers Say

  • A sweet and charming romantic comedy with a heartwarming message.

  • Praised for its likable characters and positive representation.

  • Some found the plot predictable but appreciated its sincerity.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's warmth, humor, and the central romance. Many viewers appreciated the film's feel-good nature and its positive portrayal of love and acceptance in a small community.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Montana, standing in for the fictional town of Big Eden, Alaska.

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Well now, what is striking about this drama is that the community deep in rural Montana appear to have no nay-sayers amongst them when it comes to the local gay folks in their community. There is no sign of any of the usual religious retice...

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