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The life story of a young man who has been pursuing an impossible love with his straight boyfriend and contemplating on the mortality of his loved ones.
This film follows the intense and passionate relationship between a gay art student and a wealthy businessman. Their affair is fraught with complications due to their differing social statuses and the man's existing marriage. The narrative explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the societal pressures faced by homosexual couples.
Permanent Residence received mixed to positive reviews, with many praising its bold exploration of a same-sex relationship and its artistic direction. However, some critics found the plot to be overly melodramatic and slow-paced at times. The film gained a significant following within the LGBTQ+ community and cult film circles.
Praised for its artistic direction and sensitive portrayal of a same-sex relationship.
Some found the narrative melodramatic and its pacing to be an issue.
The film is noted for its frank depiction of intimacy and emotional intensity.
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The film's director, known mononymously as Scout, is also the screenwriter and producer, and is recognized for their distinctive visual style.
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This is made by someone who doesn't understand what constitutes a good story or good acting. The directing is serviceable but when it's in service of such a bad script and such poor actors, so what? Even (especially?) the romantic and sex s...