Reno
**What's right for his eye is wrong for around him!** Did not get what I was looking for, but the film was enjoyable for its simpleness. Ordinary characters like you could find them in rural, and they are fighting for their beliefs. Caug...
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Fair Haven
2017
Movie
90 min
English
After a long stint in gay conversion therapy, James, a young piano prodigy, returns home to his family farm and his emotionally-distant father, Richard. After Richard pressures James to give up his music career and take over the farm, James agrees as a way to make up for his past. Soon, however, James finds himself face-to-face with a former lover, Charlie, who wants to help him turn away from his new beliefs and family expectations and follow his dreams of studying music.
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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Kerrin Cole•Genres: Drama, Romance
Plot Summary
James, a former soccer star, returns to his small hometown after a stint in rehab for a painkiller addiction. Struggling to reconnect with his estranged father and navigate his complicated feelings for his ex-boyfriend, Ethan, James must confront his past and find a new path forward. The film explores themes of forgiveness, family, and finding oneself in the aftermath of personal crisis.
Critical Reception
Fair Haven received a generally positive reception, particularly praised for its sensitive portrayal of complex relationships and its strong performances. Critics often highlighted the film's emotional depth and its nuanced exploration of LGBTQ+ themes within a small-town setting. Audience reactions were also favorable, appreciating its heartfelt narrative and relatable characters.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its emotional resonance and relatable characters.
Applauded for its sensitive handling of LGBTQ+ themes and small-town dynamics.
Noted for strong performances, especially from the lead actors.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally commend the film for its touching story and the authentic depiction of character struggles and relationships. Many viewers found the narrative to be moving and well-acted, resonating with the themes of recovery and reconciliation.
Fun Fact
The film was an independent production that gained some traction in the festival circuit before its release.
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