Review of Straight Story (2006) by Panos M — 10 Jun 2012

It's funny to me in that it seems like a Greek blockbuster studio helmed this original queer romcom, as opposed to some indie students who are more likely to think up and film something like this. You've got what appear to be big name, quality actors that awkwardly convince in their largely atypical roles, a philosophical premise that challenges your sexual perception from start to finish (And that I'm sure the gay community will instantly enjoy) which I still can't wrap my head around as it's mentally akin to reciting the alphabet backwards, and if I remember correctly a fair share of chuckles that comfortably situate Straight Story betwixt its two mainstream genres.

As expected, the film is summarily used as a political and cultural statement, but it does so inventively and that's primarily of importance when dealing with such films for me.