Sebastian
In this thoughtful Scandinavian drama, a teenage boy wrestles with his sexuality and learns that most of his deepest fears were unfounded. Sebastian is almost 17 when he figures out that he is a homosexual. Though he lives with wonderful, stable parents and has a good-hearted sister, he finds himself wracked with turmoil and suddenly withdraws from them all. The more they try to understand why, the more distant Sebastian becomes. Things get worse when he falls in love with the handsome Ulf, who comes from an unstable, tempestuous home. Sebastian realizes he is lucky, but still can't help but become irritated when he brings Ulf home for dinner. His parents are too nice and this quietly infuriates their son. Eventually they leave the two boys alone in the house. Sebastian have great fun doing teenage guy stuff, but then they take a bath together and it is then that Sebastian tries to kiss Ulf.
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Plot Summary
Sebastian, a young woman with a hidden talent for painting, struggles to find her voice and escape the shadow of her emotionally distant mother. She navigates complex relationships and seeks self-discovery, ultimately confronting her past and embracing her artistic future.
Critical Reception
Sebastian garnered a mixed reception from critics, with praise often directed at its poignant exploration of familial relationships and the protagonist's artistic journey. However, some reviewers found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat predictable, leading to a less impactful overall experience.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's struggle for independence.
- Some found the film's dramatic elements to be understated, affecting its emotional impact.
- The artistic themes were generally well-received, though the plot sometimes felt conventional.
Google audience: Audience reception for Sebastian is not widely documented through Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was a relatively low-budget independent production, giving director David R. Lee significant creative freedom in its development.
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